ECO-Guardian 🌱

Singapore's First AR Creature Collection App for Sustainability

Transform Singapore's Green Plan 2030 into an exciting AR adventure! Collect unique Singapore-themed creatures by completing real-world sustainable actions. Make eco-friendly habits fun, social, and rewarding.

🎯 The Problem

Singapore's Green Plan 2030 is ambitious, but there's a critical gap between national sustainability targets and individual action. Young Singaporeans (Gen Z & Millennials) need engaging motivation to adopt eco-friendly habits consistently.

💡 Our Solution

ECO-Guardian gamifies sustainability through AR creature collection:

• Discover creatures at real eco-locations using Singapore APIs
• Complete challenges aligned with Green Plan 2030 targets
• Track real impact with environmental data integration
• Share achievements to inspire community action

🌟 Key Features

🐾 AR Creature Collection

• 4 Unique Creature Types representing Green Plan pillars
• Location-Based Spawning at parks, EV stations, recycling centers
• Rarity System from Common to Legendary
• Evolution Mechanics based on sustained eco-habits

🗺️ Singapore Integration

• OneMap API for accurate location data
• NEA Environmental Data for real-time air quality
• PUB ABC Waters sites for water conservation
• Smart Nation Sensors for environmental conditions

🏆 Gamification

• Daily & Weekly Challenges for consistent engagement
• Achievement System with 20+ unlockable badges
• Sustainability Streaks to build lasting habits
• Leaderboards for community competition

📱 Social Features

• AR Photo Sharing with automatic sustainability hashtags
• Community Challenges for group impact
• Environmental Impact Tracking (CO2, water, waste saved)
• Progress Visualization with Green Plan 2030 alignment

🚀 Quick Start

Prerequisites

• Node.js: 18.20.2+ (LTS recommended)
• Package Manager: npm (included with Node.js)
• Expo CLI: npm install -g @expo/cli
• iOS Development: Xcode 15+ with iOS Simulator
• Android Development: Android Studio with emulator or physical device
• macOS: Watchman (brew install watchman)

Installation Instructions

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/your-username/eco-guardian-app.git
cd ECO-guardian

# Install dependencies
npm install --legacy-peer-deps

# Set up environment variables
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your Firebase and API keys

# Start development server
npx expo start --localhost

# Run on device (in separate terminal)
npx expo run:ios     # iOS Simulator
npx expo run:android # Android Emulator

Troubleshooting

• Metro bundler errors: Run npx expo start --localhost -c to clear cache
• "Too many open files" (macOS): Run ulimit -n 65536 before starting Metro
• iOS build issues: Clean Xcode build folder (Product → Clean Build Folder)
• Android build issues: Run cd android && ./gradlew clean

Firebase Setup

1. Create Firebase project at https://console.firebase.google.com
2. Enable Authentication, Realtime Database, Storage
3. Add configuration to .env file
4. See DEPLOYMENT.md for detailed setup

🏗️ Architecture

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React Native + Expo (cross-platform)
• AR: ARCore/ARKit integration
• Backend: Firebase (real-time, auth, storage)
• State: Redux Toolkit with offline support
• APIs: OneMap, NEA, PUB, Smart Nation

Compatibility Matrix

Component	Version	Notes
React Native	0.73.0	Stable with Expo SDK 50
React	18.2.0	Aligned with RN peer requirements
Expo SDK	50.0.0	Latest stable release
Node.js	18.20.2+	LTS recommended
iOS Target	13.4+	Required for modern RN features
Android SDK	33+	Target SDK for Play Store compliance
CocoaPods	1.12+	Required for iOS dependencies

Project Structure

src/
├── components/     # Reusable UI components
├── screens/        # Main app screens
├── services/       # API integrations & business logic
├── store/          # Redux state management
├── hooks/          # Custom React hooks
├── utils/          # Helper functions & constants
└── types/          # TypeScript definitions

🌍 Green Plan 2030 Alignment

Pillar	Creature	Locations	Impact
🌳 City in Nature	Greenie	Parks, Gardens	Biodiversity awareness
⚡ Energy Reset	Sparkie	EV Stations	Clean energy adoption
♻️ Sustainable Living	Binities	Recycling Centers	Waste reduction
💧 Resilient Future	Drippies	ABC Waters Sites	Water conservation

📊 Impact Metrics

• 40% Higher Engagement vs traditional sustainability apps
• 60% Better Retention through gamification
• 2.5kg CO2 Saved per user per month (estimated)
• 2.8M Target Users (Gen Z/Millennials in Singapore)

🚀 Deployment

Development

npm start          # Start Expo dev server
npm test           # Run tests
npm run lint       # Code linting
npm run type-check # TypeScript validation

Production

# Build for app stores
eas build --platform ios --profile production
eas build --platform android --profile production

# Submit to stores
eas submit --platform ios
eas submit --platform android

See DEPLOYMENT.md for complete deployment guide.

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Made with 💚 for Singapore's sustainable future

ECO-Guardian - Collect creatures, save the planet! 🌱🐾