EcoTrack - Climate Change & Sustainability Platform

A comprehensive web platform for tracking carbon footprint, managing waste, monitoring renewable energy, and reducing plastic pollution. Built with Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, and real-time WebSocket notifications.

Created by Nihan Nihu (nihannihu)

• GitHub: nihannihu
• Instagram: @nihannihuu
• LinkedIn: nihan-nihu

🌟 Features

1. Carbon Footprint Calculator

• Track daily activities (transportation, energy, food, waste, water)
• Real-time CO₂ emission calculations
• Personalized reduction tips
• Visual charts and analytics
• Monthly/yearly summaries

2. Smart Waste Sorting

• AI-powered waste classification
• Instant disposal instructions
• Environmental impact information
• Comprehensive waste categories database

3. Renewable Energy Tracker

• Log solar, wind, hydro, and other renewable sources
• Carbon offset calculations
• Energy generation vs. consumption tracking
• Savings and impact reports

4. Plastic Pollution Monitor

• Track plastic usage by type
• Set reduction goals
• Monitor recycling rates
• Progress tracking and alerts

5. Real-Time Notifications

• WebSocket-powered live updates
• Achievement notifications
• Goal progress alerts
• Community statistics

6. Personalized Eco Tips

• AI-driven recommendations
• Impact-based suggestions
• Category-specific advice

🚀 Technology Stack

Backend

• Node.js - Runtime environment
• Express.js - Web framework
• MongoDB - Database
• Mongoose - ODM
• Socket.IO - Real-time communication
• JWT - Authentication
• bcryptjs - Password hashing

Frontend

• HTML5 - Markup
• CSS3 - Styling (Flexbox/Grid)
• JavaScript (ES6+) - Interactivity
• Chart.js - Data visualization
• Font Awesome - Icons

📦 Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v14 or higher)
• MongoDB (v4.4 or higher)
• npm or yarn

Steps

1. Clone the repository

git clone <repository-url>
cd "mega climate change and sustainability"

2. Install dependencies

npm install

3. Configure environment variables Create a .env file in the root directory:

PORT=5000
MONGODB_URI=mongodb://localhost:27017/climate-sustainability
JWT_SECRET=your_super_secret_jwt_key_change_in_production
JWT_EXPIRE=7d
NODE_ENV=development

4. Start MongoDB

mongod

5. Run the application

Development mode:

npm run dev

Production mode:

npm start

6. Access the application Open your browser and navigate to:

http://localhost:5000

🗂️ Project Structure

mega climate change and sustainability/
├── models/              # MongoDB schemas
│   ├── User.js
│   ├── Activity.js
│   ├── WasteType.js
│   ├── RenewableEnergy.js
│   ├── PlasticUsage.js
│   └── Notification.js
├── routes/              # API routes
│   ├── authRoutes.js
│   ├── carbonRoutes.js
│   ├── wasteRoutes.js
│   ├── renewableRoutes.js
│   ├── plasticRoutes.js
│   ├── notificationRoutes.js
│   └── utilityRoutes.js
├── middleware/          # Custom middleware
│   ├── auth.js
│   └── validate.js
├── utils/              # Utility functions
│   └── carbonCalculator.js
├── public/             # Frontend files
│   ├── index.html
│   ├── login.html
│   ├── register.html
│   ├── dashboard.html
│   ├── css/
│   │   ├── style.css
│   │   ├── auth.css
│   │   └── dashboard.css
│   └── js/
│       ├── main.js
│       ├── auth.js
│       └── dashboard.js
├── server.js           # Express server
├── package.json
└── README.md

📡 API Endpoints

Authentication

• POST /api/auth/register - Register new user
• POST /api/auth/login - User login
• GET /api/auth/profile - Get user profile
• PUT /api/auth/profile - Update user profile
• POST /api/auth/refresh-token - Refresh JWT token

Carbon Footprint

• POST /api/carbon-activities - Add activity
• GET /api/carbon-activities - Get activities
• PUT /api/carbon-activities/:id - Update activity
• DELETE /api/carbon-activities/:id - Delete activity
• GET /api/carbon-footprint/summary - Get summary
• GET /api/carbon-footprint/tips - Get personalized tips

Waste Sorting

• POST /api/waste/classify - Classify waste item
• GET /api/waste/categories - Get waste categories

Renewable Energy

• POST /api/renewable-energy - Log energy data
• GET /api/renewable-energy - Get energy logs
• GET /api/renewable-energy/summary - Get summary

Plastic Usage

• POST /api/plastic-usage - Log plastic usage
• GET /api/plastic-usage - Get plastic logs
• GET /api/plastic-usage/summary - Get summary

Notifications

• GET /api/notifications - Get notifications
• POST /api/notifications/mark-read/:id - Mark as read
• DELETE /api/notifications/:id - Delete notification

Utilities

• GET /api/activities/types - Get activity types
• GET /api/environmental-data/carbon-factors - Get emission factors
• GET /api/stats/global - Get global statistics

🎨 Features Highlight

Carbon Emission Factors

The platform uses scientifically-backed emission factors:

• Transportation: Car (0.192 kg CO₂/km), Bus (0.089 kg/km), Train (0.041 kg/km)
• Energy: Electricity (0.5 kg CO₂/kWh), Gas (2.0 kg/m³)
• Food: Meat (27 kg CO₂/kg), Vegetarian meals (2 kg/kg)
• Waste: Landfill (0.5 kg/kg), Recycled (-0.2 kg/kg)

Smart Features

• Auto-calculation: Emissions calculated automatically based on input
• Real-time updates: WebSocket notifications for achievements
• Personalized tips: AI-driven recommendations based on user behavior
• Goal tracking: Set and monitor carbon and plastic reduction goals
• Visual analytics: Interactive charts with Chart.js

🔒 Security Features

• JWT-based authentication
• Password hashing with bcrypt
• Input validation with express-validator
• CORS protection
• Environment variable protection

🌐 Browser Support

• Chrome (latest)
• Firefox (latest)
• Safari (latest)
• Edge (latest)

📱 Responsive Design

Fully responsive design optimized for:

• Desktop (1200px+)
• Tablet (768px - 1199px)
• Mobile (< 768px)

🤝 Contributing

1. Fork the repository
2. Create your feature branch (git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature)
3. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature')
4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/AmazingFeature)
5. Open a Pull Request

📝 License

This project is licensed under the ISC License.

👥 Authors

Built for climate action and sustainability awareness by Nihan Nihu.

Connect with Nihan Nihu:

• GitHub: nihannihu - Primary development work and open source contributions
• Instagram: @nihannihuu - Climate action updates and sustainability tips
• LinkedIn: nihan-nihu - Professional profile and networking

Nihan is a climate tech developer who built the EcoTrack sustainability platform to empower individuals to take meaningful climate action through data-driven insights and community engagement.

🙏 Acknowledgments

• Carbon emission factors from EPA and IPCC
• Font Awesome for icons
• Chart.js for visualizations
• Socket.IO for real-time features

📞 Support

For support, email support@ecotrack.com or open an issue in the repository.

🚀 Future Enhancements

• Mobile app (React Native)
• Machine learning for better waste classification
• Social features and community challenges
• Carbon offset marketplace integration
• Integration with smart home devices
• Gamification with badges and leaderboards

🔍 SEO & Social Media Presence

This project is optimized for search engine visibility with specific focus on the creator's online identities:

Nihan Nihu's Digital Presence:

• GitHub Username: nihannihu
• Instagram Handle: @nihannihuu
• LinkedIn Profile: nihan-nihu

Search Instructions: To find Nihan Nihu's work across platforms:

• Search "Nihan Nihu" on Google for comprehensive results
• Search "@nihannihuu" on Instagram for sustainability content
• Search "nihan-nihu" on LinkedIn for professional profile
• Search "nihannihu" on GitHub for open source projects

The platform implements structured data markup, meta tags, and canonical URLs to enhance search engine visibility and cross-platform recognition.

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