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Crypto Sustainability API
Pricing Information

Pricing Information SheetThis document offers a clear overview of the various tiers for ourSustainability API, tailored to meet diverse needs and use cases.
Below, we'll outline the pricing for each tier, enabling you to make an
informed choice that best aligns with your requirements. Our aim is toprovide transparency and help you gain the most value from our API
services.

TiersFree

StarterBusinessEnterprise0€99 €599 €Individual> Period

ForeverMonthlyMonthly

Individual> License1

CC BY-NC 4.0

Commercial

CommercialIndividual

Internal

PublicResale

Infinite

13

Individual> Number of B2C customers3✘✘

50.000Individual> Number of B2B customers3✘✘5

Individual> Requires logo & backlink✔

✔

✘

Individual

Fair use

Fair use

Fair use

IndividualAll

1 YearAll

AllSelected210All

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

> Tokens

AllNoneAll

All> Address-specific calculation7

✘

✘

✘

On request> Request new currencies8

✘

✘

✘

On request> FAQ, docs✔

✔

✔

✔

> E-Mail✘✔

✔

✔

> Phone, Google Meet, …

✘✘✘

Individual> Service Level Agreement✘✘✘IndividualPricing Information> Price (yearly 20% off)

> Use cases2> Products> API request rate4

Noncommercial

Sustainability Metrics> Currencies5> Historical data
> PoW currencies6> PoS currencies6> Total electricity consumption>> For transactions & holdings> Total carbon footprint>> For transactions & holdings

Support

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8

Please refer to the next page for all footnotes.

Footnotes
1.

License: The Free API comes with a CC-BY-NC 4.0 license, which allows for non-commercial usewith attribution. The other tiers have commercial licenses with restrictions on use cases (internal,external, or reseller) and the number of products.

2.

Use Case: Following definitions apply:
1.

Internal Use: This use case covers any scenario where the API data is used exclusively within
the organization for purposes such as internal analytics, decision-making, or carbon
offsetting initiatives. The data is not shared externally or used in any customer-facing
products or services.

2.

Public Display: This use case permits the API data to be included in publicly accessible
products, services, or communications, such as on websites, apps, or reports. The data canbe shared with customers or users to provide transparency, showcase environmental
impact, or promote sustainability efforts.

3.

Integration and Resale: This use case allows for the integration of the API data into thirdparty products or services, where it may be combined with other data or offered as a valueadded feature. In this scenario, the API data can be resold or used as part of a larger service
offering, such as carbon accounting or sustainability consulting.

3.

Number of B2B/B2C customers: This denotes the maximum number of B2B and B2C customers
allowed for each tier. We determine whether the numbers for B2C or B2B are exceeded based on
publicly available information, such as app downloads, website traffic, user reviews, and otherrelevant metrics. If numbers are exceeded, we contact you regarding an Enterprise plan.

4. API Request Rate: All tiers follow a "fair use" policy, meaning users can make a reasonable numberof requests without overloading the API or adversely affecting others.
5. Currencies: This category lists the supported cryptocurrencies. We constantly add new currenciesand tokens and this list is subject to change. The list contains Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, Cardano,Solana, DogeCoin, Polkadot, Polygon, Avalanche, TRON, Litecoin, Cosmos, Bitcoin Cash, Algorand,Tezos, Bitcoin SV, ZCash and Dash.
6. PoW/PoS currencies: This refers to the number of supported PoW and PoS cryptocurrencies withineach tier. Users can switch the list of currencies they like to use once a month.
7.

Address-specific calculation: This feature allows users to calculate sustainability metrics forspecificaddresses

orwallets.

Users

canobtain

address-specificemissions/electricity

consumption by analyzing the blockchain data themselves and applying it to the API data.
8. Request new currencies: We are happy to consider new currency requests and will review themon a case-by-case basis. Addition of new currencies is subject to charge.

Terms and Conditions (T&Cs)
The use of the CCRI-API is subject to the following Terms and Conditions (T&Cs). Please read these T&Cs
carefully before using the CCRI-API. By using the CCRI-API, you agree to these T&Cs.

1.

License and Usage1.1.

The CCRI-API is offered under various licenses. The Free-Tier is provided under the Creative
Commons License CC BY-NC 4.0, while other tiers have restrictions regarding the number of B2B
and B2C customers and the number of products in which the API may be used. The use of theCCRI-API is subject to the license terms of the respective tier.

1.2. Access to the CCRI-API is only permitted for individuals who have reached the age of 18. The
collection of personal data is required to open an account. CCRI reserves the right to refuse theopening of accounts or to limit or restrict the number of accounts that a person may open.
1.3. The use of the CCRI-API is only permitted for the use cases specified in the respective tiers andmust only occur within the agreed usage limits. Each user is obliged to use the CCRI-API inaccordance with applicable laws and regulations and in compliance with these T&Cs. CCRI
reserves the right to block access to the CCRI-API without prior notice in case of violation of theseT&Cs or applicable laws and regulations.
2.

Pricing and Payment Terms
2.1. CCRI offers various tiers for the use of the CCRI-API, which include different prices and services.
2.2. For the Starter, Business, and Enterprise tiers, a monthly fee is charged. The exact prices are listed
in this sheet or on the CCRI website.
2.3. For the Enterprise tier, pricing is done individually and upon request.
2.4. The user is obligated to pay the agreed monthly fee on time and in full. CCRI reserves the right toblock access to the CCRI-API without prior notice in case of delay or late payment.
2.5. The user is responsible for all fees, taxes, or other charges associated with the use of the CCRI-API.
2.6. CCRI reserves the right to change prices and services at any time. Changes will be published on
the CCRI website and will take effect at the time of publication.

3.

Liability and Warranty
3.1. CCRI provides no warranty or guarantee for the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the dataand information provided through the CCRI-API.
3.2. CCRI is not liable for damages resulting from the use of the CCRI-API unless these damages werecaused intentionally or through gross negligence. In any case, CCRI's liability is limited to theactual damage incurred or a maximum amount equal to the sum of the fees paid by the user inthe last 12 months.
3.3. CCRI is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of theCCRI-API, such as lost profits, business interruption, or data loss.
3.4. CCRI is not liable for damages caused by interruptions or failures of the CCRI-API unless theseinterruptions or failures were caused intentionally or through gross negligence.
3.5. The user is responsible for ensuring that any data or information obtained through the CCRI-API isused in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and intellectual property rights. The user
shall indemnify and hold CCRI harmless from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from theuser's violation of these terms and conditions or any applicable laws and regulations related tothe use of the CCRI-API data.

4. Data Rights and Ownership4.1. By using the CCRI-API, the user acknowledges and agrees that all data, information, andintellectual property rights related to the CCRI-API and its content remain the exclusive propertyof CCRI. The user is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to accessand use the data provided through the CCRI-API solely in accordance with the terms andconditions of the selected tier and these terms and conditions.
4.2. The user shall not claim ownership, reverse-engineer, modify, reproduce, or create derivative
works based on the CCRI-API data, except as expressly permitted by the license terms of theselected tier. The user shall also not sublicense, sell, or distribute the data provided through theCCRI-API to third parties without the prior written consent of CCRI.
4.3. CCRI retains the right to monitor the use of the CCRI-API and take appropriate action in case of
any unauthorized use, infringement, or violation of these terms and conditions or applicable laws
and regulations.
5. Contract Duration and Termination
5.1. The Free-Tier has an indefinite term. The other tiers have a minimum contract term of one month.
5.2. The contract can be terminated by either party at any time with a notice period of one month tothe end of the respective contract period.
5.3. CCRI reserves the right to terminate the contract at any time for important reasons withoutobserving a notice period.
5.4. The Crypto Carbon Ratings Institute reserves the right to terminate the use of the API and accessto the account without prior notice if the user violates these Terms and Conditions / ToS.

6. Data Protection
6.1. CCRI commits to comply with applicable data protection laws and to process personal data only
within the scope of the CCRI-API and the applicable laws and regulations.
6.2. CCRI collects, processes, and uses personal data only to the extent necessary for providing theCCRI-API services or if the user has expressly consented.
6.3. CCRI does not disclose personal data to third parties unless this is necessary for the fulfillment of
the contract or the user has expressly consented.
6.4. The user has the right to request information about the data stored about them at any time andto have it corrected or deleted if necessary.
6.5. For further information on the handling of personal data, including the collection, processing, anduse of such data, we refer to our detailed privacy policy, which is available on the CCRI website.
6.6. CCRI points out that when using the CCRI-API, personal data may be transferred to countries
outside the European Economic Area (EEA). CCRI takes appropriate security measures andensures that such transfers are carried out in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Further information on data transfer can also be found in our privacy policy.
7.

Other provisions
7.1. These terms and conditions are subject to German law.
7.2. The place of jurisdiction for all disputes arising from or in connection with this agreement isMunich.
7.3. Should any provision of these terms and conditions be or become invalid, this does not affect thevalidity of the remaining provisions.
7.4. CCRI reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time. The amended terms
and conditions will be published on the CCRI website and will take effect at the time of publication.

About CCRI

CCRI – Crypto Carbon Ratings Institute – is a research-driven
company

providing

cryptocurrencies,

data

blockchain

onandsustainability
otheraspectsoftechnologies.

The

interdisciplinary team has built a multi-year research track record
with a specific focus on cryptocurrencies and their sustainability
impacts. CCRI uses the most up-to-date data sources as well as
methods based on formerly peer-reviewed studies published inrenowned scientific journals. CCRI provides insights that help theirclients to understand and manage crypto-related ESG exposure. They
serve a broad range of clients including institutional investors,exchanges and blockchain networks.

© Crypto Carbon Ratings Institute, 2023
Crypto Carbon Ratings Institute (CCRI) is a brand of CCRI GmbH based in Dingolfing, Germany.

CCRI 2022

https://carbon-ratings.com

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