Frequently Asked
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Go Local Power is a blockchain-based platform that democratizes access to renewable energy investments. We connect investors with local clean energy projects, enabling community ownership while providing transparent, liquid investment opportunities backed by real energy generation.

Getting started is easy! You can sign up with your email or connect a Web3 wallet. Once registered, browse our available projects, review their details, and invest using USDC stablecoin. You'll receive tokens representing your ownership stake in the project.

No prior crypto experience is required! While we use blockchain technology for transparency and security, our platform is designed to be user-friendly. You can start with email registration and learn as you go. We provide guides and support throughout your journey.

Minimum investment amounts vary by project but typically start at $100 USDC. This low barrier to entry ensures that clean energy investment is accessible to everyone, not just institutional investors.

Returns vary by project but typically range from 8-12% APY once projects are operational. Build Tokens may appreciate during construction phase, while Yield Tokens generate passive income from energy production. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.

Yields are distributed automatically to Yield Token holders based on actual energy generation. Our IoT sensors capture real-time production data, which is cryptographically verified and stored immutably. Distributions typically occur monthly.

Build Tokens (ERC-404) provide liquidity during construction and can be traded. Once a project is operational, Build Tokens convert to Yield Tokens (ERC-20), which can also be traded on secondary markets. Liquidity depends on market demand.

Build Tokens (ERC-404) represent ownership during the construction phase. They provide liquidity before the project generates revenue and may appreciate in value as construction milestones are achieved. They convert to Yield Tokens at operational launch.

Yield Tokens (ERC-20) represent ownership in operational projects. They entitle holders to proportional shares of energy revenue generated by the project. These tokens generate passive income as long as you hold them.

ERC-404 tokens (Build Tokens) combine fungible and non-fungible properties, providing unique liquidity features during construction. ERC-20 tokens (Yield Tokens) are standard fungible tokens, perfect for yield distribution and easy trading on exchanges.

Yes! Both Build Tokens and Yield Tokens can be traded. Liquidity depends on market conditions. We're working on partnerships with DEXs and potentially CEXs to ensure healthy secondary markets for all project tokens.

We employ multiple security layers: audited smart contracts on Polygon blockchain, cryptographic proof for all energy data, immutable storage via S3 WORM, professional custody solutions, and comprehensive due diligence on all projects. However, all investments carry risk.

Yes, all our smart contracts undergo rigorous third-party security audits before deployment. We also implement best practices like role-based access control, reentrancy guards, and gas optimization. Audit reports are available on request.

Personal data is encrypted and stored securely. Wallet addresses and blockchain transactions are pseudonymous. We never store private keys – you maintain full custody of your wallet. Our platform complies with applicable data protection regulations.

Every project undergoes extensive due diligence before listing. We monitor project milestones and performance continuously. While we can't eliminate all risk, our verification systems and governance mechanisms help protect investor interests.

Polygon offers fast transactions, low fees (fractions of a cent), and strong environmental credentials as a carbon-neutral blockchain. This makes it perfect for renewable energy projects and ensures transaction costs don't eat into your returns.

USDC is a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the US Dollar, backed by regulated financial institutions. Using USDC eliminates cryptocurrency volatility, making investments more predictable and accessible to traditional investors.

IoT sensors at project sites capture real-time energy generation. This data flows through Apache Kafka, gets hashed into Merkle trees, stored immutably in S3, and attested on-chain. Every kilowatt-hour is cryptographically verifiable.

Any Polygon-compatible wallet works, including MetaMask, Trust Wallet, Coinbase Wallet, or hardware wallets like Ledger and Trezor. You can also start with email signup and add a wallet later for blockchain features.

You'll need a small amount of POL (Polygon's native token) to pay for transaction fees when investing or claiming yields. Gas fees are typically less than $0.01 per transaction. We provide guidance on obtaining POL.