# Getting started with 2050 Materials

## Accessing the platform

You can create a free account on the 2050 Materials platform [here](https://app.2050-materials.com/accounts/login/). \
If you would like to have access to our paid project tools, please contact us through [this form](https://app.2050-materials.com/contact/).

## Tools & Data Methodology

Transparent documentation on all our data processing and tools under [this section](https://docs.2050-materials.com/methodology-documentation). 

## Accessing our API

The 2050 Materials API is the most complete dataset of climate data around materials, products and processes. It allows enterprises and developers to build sustainability tools or embed this critical data in their existing workflows, outsourcing the monumental task of collection, structuring and updating the ever growing datasets. 

Read more below, and [see what our clients are already building with this API](https://2050-materials.com/blog/?_sft_category=case-studies). 

* [API Documentation](https://docs.2050-materials.com/readme/using-the-2050-materials-api)
* [Swagger Docs](https://app.2050-materials.com/developer/documentation-ui/)

## Read more about why we're building this

We talk, and write, a lot about the AEC industry and how it could become more sustainable. Follow our [blog](https://2050-materials.com/blog) or our [LinkedIn page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/2050-materials) to read more. 

p.s. Reach out to us with ideas!