Tamil Nadu is facing increasing challenges due to deforestation, rapid urbanization, and rising pollution levels. Shrinking green spaces not only impact air quality but also affect biodiversity, climate resilience, and overall quality of life.
PlantooZ was created to address this problem through technology and community participation.
The goal of PlantooZ is to promote and verify tree planting efforts across Tamil Nadu, making environmental action visible, measurable, and collaborative.
- Encourage large-scale tree planting initiatives
- Create awareness about environmental responsibility
- Enable verified, real-world contributions using maps and AI
- Build a long-term, community-driven green ecosystem
PlantooZ is a full-stack, mobile-first application that enables users to:
- Plant and verify trees using image analysis
- Mark and manage green territories on a map
- Track personal and community contributions
- Engage socially and stay motivated through reminders and rewards
| Layer | Technology |
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| Frontend | Expo (React Native) |
| Backend | Node.js |
| ORM | Prisma |
| Database | PostgreSQL |
| Authentication | Clerk |
Secure user authentication powered by Clerk.
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Track individual impact and social engagement.
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Verified planting through maps and AI-based image analysis.
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Get guidance and answers related to planting and sustainability.
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Community-driven feed showcasing planting activities.
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Access sustainable items and rewards.
Stay consistent with planting efforts and access guidance.
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- Node.js (v16 or above)
- PostgreSQL
- Expo CLI
- npm
cd backend
npm install
npm startcd frontend
npm install
expo startRun on an emulator or scan the QR code using Expo Go.
- Sathya Narayanan
- Pranav B
- Srujan Iyengar
- Raghunandhan
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” — Chinese Proverb