Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

The following sections provides an overview of questions related to FlowerMe and its product. We are constantly updating the section, so any occurring questions from our customers will be answered here more generally. If something is still unclear, feel free to reach out to [email protected]

The term “blocks” refers to individual records that are stored one after the other, resulting in a kind of record chain.

The blockchain is essentially a large database that starts with an originating block and then chronologically adds new blocks of data after they have been reviewed and confirmed. This creates a record of records, such as financial transactions.

The abbreviation “NFT” refers to “Non-Fungible Token.” A token, also known as a token, is the digitized version of a thing of value. Therefore, the token has a certain value or function. At the same time, however, real assets such as land (e.g., rainforest) or music rights can also be tokenized by transferring the associated rights and obligations to the token. This means that ownership is digitally represented and optionally tradable.

It’s a unique NFT designed to offset carbon emissions that occur in the traditional supply chain of flowers worldwide. FlowerMe offers a variety of designs available for purchase on OpenSea. Once you buy a collectible, FlowerMe compensates CO₂ equivalent to the amount produced by a standard bouquet of flowers. While this collection focuses on the Peruvian Rainforest, more designs are yet to come. FlowerMe has partnered with Fund The Planet, who runs the project behind providing you with insights into your environmental impact and is offering you Peruvian Rainforest.
It’s our collective place to store our nature preserving contributions from real-world flower purchases. Whenever someone decides to protect our environment while purchasing flowers in a store, the digital proof will show up here. In a standard scenario, we protect  a minimum of 3m² of Peruvian Rainforest protected by Fund The Planet for each purchase. Every compensation is traceable through our FlowerMe compensation application.
It’s our way of infusing the traditional flower industry with modern technologies and sustainable thought. We want to make the change towards sustainability and transparency in an otherwise outdated and wasteful industry that has yet to reach its potential. Join our initiative on social media or contact us for more information. For insights about our projects, feel free to visit our Initiative+ page for getting a comprehensive picture.
Our emission calculations use a custom-developed algorithm to determine emissions at the stem level. For standardized products, we make certain assumptions based on the origin, quantity, and production methods of the flowers. As a result, you may end up compensating more than necessary, but each product’s CO₂ absorption values are provided to give you an estimate of your compensation values. To find out more about the algorithm, please arrange a personal consultation call or explore it yourself using our Quantify Tool.

We currently do not offer any credits/certificates…

…and do not engage in certificate-trade with multinational traders. FlowerMe also distances itself from trading with non-transparent or dubious CO2 certificates and credits in order to specifically avoid greenwashing. Should we offer certificates in the future, this will only take place under strict conditions and the legal examination of the certificate partner in order to prevent greenwashing of any kind.

Yes. Because FlowerMe stands for contributions that make a difference.

Our partners and their nature conservation projects are carefully selected and checked on a legal basis. We attach particular importance to partners who respect the integration of local communities during the conservation process and proceed in a transparent manner. Our climate partners are therefore subject to the strict controls and are free from greenwashing.