ReFi DAO

Coming Back to Build: AI, Regeneration, and a Regen Builders Cohort? 👷🧱

John Ellison here. Stepped back in 2024, watched ReFi DAO evolve in a beautiful way... Now I'm back with something new: vibe coding. AI just democratized building—and I want to run a cohort for ReFi builders ready to ship regen solutions fast. Interested? Hit me up!

A New Chapter - Whats Next? | Forum #4 Insights

Exploring the future of ReFi DAO in 2024, this article delves into key opportunities and challenges identified by the community, spotlighting initiatives like DAO formation, sustainable revenue models, and global collaborative efforts to drive impactful change in the regeneration economy.

ReFi & Ecological Benefits Framework - Whats Next?

Explore the transformative journey of the Ecological Benefits Framework (EBF), the launch of ReFi EBF, and what's coming next...

AI Co-pilots For Voluntary Carbon Markets with Niklas Terrahe from Ivy Protocol │ S3E12 🎧

Niklas Terrahe from Ivy Protocol and host John Ellison delve into the intricate world of the voluntary carbon market, exploring the significant opportunities that AI presents for it in today's era.

ReFi DAO is LIVE On Gitcoin Grants 19! 🎉🪩

As we embark in a new chapter for ReFi DAO, we are incredibly grateful to be part of Gitcoin Grants 19.

The Ecological Benefits Framework with Douglas Gayeton and Monty Bryant │ Season 3 Episode 11 🎧

In the latest ReFi Podcast episode, we welcomed Douglas Gayeton from The Lexicon and Monty Bryant from ReFi DAO to discuss the Ecological Benefit Framework (EBF). Get ready for an enlightening discussion on the potential of the EBF to foster unity and promote a sustainable future.

ReFi Local Nodes 2023 - Round Results & What's Coming Next?

Welcome to the latest update in the evolving story of ReFi DAO and the global network of ReFi Local Nodes. Rooted in diverse communities, these nodes are pivotal in advancing a shared mission of using web3 for regeneration and sustainability. In this article, we'll explore the successful outcomes

Rising From The Depths - Andy Kirchner’s Story Of Regeneration In Curaçao │ S3E10 🎧

Introducing "Regenerative Stories", a new format of ReFi Podcast where we dive deep into the lives of the ReFi leaders. This episode unveils Andy's journey from loss to leading regenerative change, blending personal healing with global action.

Sowing Seeds of Regeneration | ReFi Week Retrospective 🌱 ✨

From reforestation efforts powered by Silvi Protocol to the potential of EBF & Hypercerts in revolutionizing the ReFi landscape, this week was a glimpse of a regenerative world where people, nature, and technology thrive in harmony.

Community, Capital and Regeneration with Philip Stehlik and Lena Bumke │ S3 E9 🎧

John Ellison talks with Lena Bumke and Philip Stehlik about building a regenerative future through scalable systems, climate solutions, and community well-being. They discuss decentralized models and societal collaboration. Leave a review to share your thoughts!

A Leadership Transition at ReFi DAO: Paving The Way for New Growth

I am super excited to announce a major milestone in ReFi DAO’s evolution as an organization: both Daryl Edwards and I are stepping down from leadership to pave the way for the next generation of leaders at ReFi DAO. After nearly two years of service, we will be shifting

The Brazilian Ecosystem of Regenerative Finance PT II

The Brazilian initiatives building within (or aligned with) ReFi can be mapped in four different niches, in this article, we explore three of them mentioning some examples.

Building Regenerative Villages with Samuel Delesque │ S3 E8 🎧

Sam Delesque chats with John Ellison about creating regenerative villages and the importance of stewardship in our interconnected world.

Last 3 Days to Support ReFi DAO on Giveth's QF Round! 🚨👐

Hey ReFi Nation! 👋 We are incredibly grateful to have the chance to participate in Giveth's Optimism Quadratic Funding Round, running until October 23rd! During this QF round, there is the chance to support projects with a donation through Optimism. The magic of quadratic funding comes into play here,

Liquid Climate Finance with Stenver & Rez of Solid World │ ReFi Podcast S3 E7 🎧

What is good, ReFi Nation?! 👋 Anna here from ReFi DAO excited to share with you the new episode of ReFi Podcast with Stenver Jerkku and Rez Tammsaar from Solid World! Big shout out to Celo Foundation and Climate Collective for making this show possible. 🙏🏼 Solid World is a climate finance

ReFi Week at Traditional Dream Factory (TDF) 🐑 + Annual Meeting Update! 💫

Join us for ReFi Week at TDF in Portugal from Oct 27 - Nov 3! This transformative gathering will bring together leading ReFi minds for a week of collaboration, learning, and regeneration activities. Secure your spot for this unparalleled convergence of innovation and sustainability!

Ultragreen Money with Tim Moreton │ ReFi Podcast Season 3 Ep. 4 🎧

Join John Ellison on the ReFi Podcast as he interviews Tim Moreton, cLabs CEO, discussing Celo's origins, its commitment to funding climate projects through protocol fees, and its vision to transition to an Ethereum layer 2.

Regeneration, AI & Consciousness with Matt Cyrankiewicz │ ReFi Podcast Season 3 Ep. 3 🎧

In the latest ReFi Podcast episode, John Ellison discusses the urgent need for unity and collaboration with Matt Cyrankiewicz, emphasizing the crucial role of communities and each member.

Environmental Asset Markets and Community Impact │ ReFi Podcast Season 3 Ep. 2 🎧

Sarah Baxendell's journey from corporate roots to climate activism intersects with her pivotal role at Regen Network, emphasizing community-driven environmental restoration and advocating for gender equality in the blockchain realm.

AI, Nature and Web 3: The Path to a Regenerative Society │ ReFi Podcast Season 3 Ep. 1 🎧

In the premiere episode of the ReFi Podcast, John Ellison and Monty Merlin discuss the potential for redesigning systems and using advanced technology to create a regenerative future.

Unveiling Season 3: A Journey Into Regenerative Finance and Impact Web3 | ReFi Podcast

Hey, ReFi Nation! We're gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of Season 3 of the ReFi Podcast! As the world continues to grapple with complex challenges, we're diving deeper into the realms of regenerative finance, technology, and positive impact. With support from ClimateCollectv and CeloOrg,

To Network State or Not to Network State | ReFi Podcast BONUS 🎙️

Venture into the intersection of regeneration, Web3, and the revolutionary concept of network states & Coordi-NATIONs in our latest podcast episode. Join Monty Merlin and host John Ellison as they explore the roadmap from niche online community to global impact...

Regenerating The Sahel -Healing The Soil 🐪

Climate Change Impacts in the Sahel: Regenerative Ag, Indigenous Knowledge, ReFi & Web3 Solutions for Local Communities.

Local Node Beta Round on GG18 | Applications are LIVE! 🪩 🎉

What's going on ReFi fam? John Ellison here! 👋 I am super excited  to announce the ReFi Local Node Beta Cohort with a $30k cUSD match funding pool on Gitcoin GG18 thanks to the generosity of Celo, Celo Europe DAO and KNKT DAO! 🌎🌍🌏 Our mission is to build a

To Network State or Not to Network State | ReFi DAO Forum 🗣️

In his controversial book 'The Network State: How To Start a New Country', Balaji Srinivasan set the stage for an engaging clash of ideology & technology. Utilising insights from the ReFi DAO Forum, let's explore this fascinating intersection and imagine a new regenerative paradigm... 🌱