💭 Project Summary
Kool Buddy, a digital companion for our carbon-conscious generation, was born out of a growing need for accessible and straightforward solutions to offset carbon emissions. This case study delves into the design journey of an innovative mobile app that empowers users to lead a greener and low carbon lifestyle.
🎯 Design Objective
My goal was to develop a mobile app design that enables users to effortlessly upload their carbon offset units and track their progress towards carbon neutrality. This focus on user-friendly features promotes sustainability and encourages user engagement in offsetting carbon emissions.
🏋🏻 My Role
Platform: iOS
Disciplines: User Experience Design, User Interface Design
Disciplines: User Experience Design, User Interface Design
This case study was conducted by me, Michelle, a product designer at Virtual Spirit Technology Sdn. Bhd., during the development of the Kool Buddy mobile app.
🔨 Tools
Figma
⏳ Timeline
The design was successfully completed within 3 weeks.
📝 Methodology
Agile methodology was employed to guide the development process of this case study. The iterative approach involved working in 2-3 day sprints, enabling the team to receive continuous feedback from both the project manager and the client. Regular communication fostered a shared understanding of project goals and design requirements, facilitating iterative improvements that were aligned with the client's business objectives.
🔑 Product Features
Carbon Offset Submissions and Credit Points: Users can submit carbon offset units and receive credit points, providing incentives for eco-friendly actions and environmental stewardship.
Flexible Redemption System for Individual Users: Individual users can accumulate credit points over time and redeem them for cash rewards, promoting financial sustainability.
Corporate Certificates for Sustainability: Corporate users can exchange credit points for certificates showcasing their commitment to sustainability, aiding regulatory compliance and enhancing brand reputation.
📱 App Pages
Registration: A straightforward process where users select their account type (individual or corporate) and undergo identity verification for security.
Home: The central hub featuring key navigation options, notifications, credit points, and access to carbon unit lists.
Add Carbon Unit: Users can offset carbon emissions by selecting the unit type and submitting relevant details for admin approval.
Credit Points, Cashout (Individual), & Convert (Corporate): Individual users can view and cash out credit points into money upon reaching a minimum threshold. Corporate users can track progress towards converting credit points into certificates.
🎨 Style Guide
🐳 My Learnings
The development process of Kool Buddy highlighted the significance of effective collaboration and communication within the product designer team and with clients. Regular feedback and iterative improvements based on clients' input proved crucial for delivering a user-centric design.
🎁 And… That’s a wrap!
