IFTTT (If This Then That) is a mobile and desktop automation platform that allows you to create custom Applets to automate actions. With SkootEco’s integration, you can trigger a range of environmental actions based on specific events in your favourite apps.
Available Triggers:
- When you reach an Impact milestone (e.g., planting 100 trees, offsetting 1 tonne of CO2)
Available Actions:
- Plant a tree
- Offset Carbon
- Collect a Bottle
- Plant multiple trees (choose a number to plant per event)
Unlike other integration platforms , IFTTT offers a simple and user-friendly approach designed for both individuals and businesses. Its mobile-first experience makes it accessible on the go, while the desktop version provides advanced configuration options. The key advantage is the ability to automate small yet impactful sustainability actions effortlessly.
Log in to IFTTT
- Download and open the IFTTT app from the App Store or Google Play.
- Log in or sign up for a new account.
Create an Applet
- Tap the + icon or navigate to Create.
- Tap Add next to "If This" and choose a trigger app.
Set Up the Trigger
- Search for Google Calendar and select it.
- Choose "You respond to an event invite" as the trigger.
- Follow the prompts to connect your Google Calendar account.
Add the SkootEco Action
- Tap Add next to "Then That".
- Search for SkootEco and select it.
- Choose from:
- Plant a Tree - Fund the planting of one mangrove tree
- Offset Carbon - Support Global Humanitarian Climate Projects
- Collect a Bottle - Fund the recovery of one plastic bottle from waterways
- Plant Multiple Trees - Fund the planting of any number of trees
- Connect your SkootEco account:
- Generate an API token from your SkootEco Dashboard.
- Enter your API token in the authentication prompt.
Save and Activate
- Name your Applet something meaningful (e.g., "Plant a Tree for Event Responses").
- Tap Finish to activate your Applet.
- Manage your Applet settings, set up notifications, and monitor analytics in the app.
Track Your Impact
- View all trees planted in your SkootEco Impact Profile.
Log in to IFTTT
- Visit IFTTT and log in or create a new account.
Create an Applet
- Navigate to the Explore page.
- Click Create at the top of the page.
Set Up the Trigger
In this example, we will plant a tree whenever the user responds to an email event invitation.
- Click If This to choose a trigger app.
- Search for Google Calendar and select it.
- Choose "You respond to an event invite" as the trigger.
- Follow the steps to connect your Google Calendar account.
Add the SkootEco Action
- Click Then That to add an action.
- Search for SkootEco and select it.
- Choose "Plant a Tree" as the action.
- Connect your SkootEco account:
- Follow the instructions at the top of this page to generate an API token from your SkootEco Dashboard.
- Enter your API token to authenticate.
Finalise and Activate
- Click Continue and give your Applet a meaningful name (e.g., "Plant a Tree for Calendar Invites").
- Click Finish to activate your Applet.
- You can manage your Applet settings, enable notifications for execution status, and view analytics.
Track Your Impact
- All trees planted will be reflected in your SkootEco Impact Profile, allowing you to track your positive contributions.
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