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-# urbangreen
+# UrbanGreen
 
-A new Flutter project.
+![UrbanGreen Logo](<IMAGE_URL>)  
 
-## Getting Started
+UrbanGreen is a mobile application designed to promote sustainable urban living. Developed with **Flutter** and **Firebase**, the app integrates key urban services into a user-friendly platform, focusing on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
 
-This project is a starting point for a Flutter application.
+---
 
-A few resources to get you started if this is your first Flutter project:
+## Table of Contents
+- [Features](#features)
+- [Technologies](#technologies)
+- [Installation](#installation)
+- [Usage](#usage)
+- [Contributing](#contributing)
+- [License](#license)
+- [Contact](#contact)
 
-- [Lab: Write your first Flutter app](https://docs.flutter.dev/get-started/codelab)
-- [Cookbook: Useful Flutter samples](https://docs.flutter.dev/cookbook)
+---
 
-For help getting started with Flutter development, view the
-[online documentation](https://docs.flutter.dev/), which offers tutorials,
-samples, guidance on mobile development, and a full API reference.
+## Features
+
+- **Real-Time Public Transport Tracking**: View live locations, estimated arrival times, and route details for buses and trains.
+- **Community Engagement**: Report urban issues, share ideas, organize local events, and collaborate on community projects.
+- **Notifications and Alerts**: Receive timely alerts for waste collection, utility interruptions, public events, and emergency situations.
+- **Emergency Contact Access**: Quickly access emergency services through a dedicated button.
+- **Location Management**: Change location to access transport and service information for various areas.
+
+---
+
+## Technologies
+
+- ![Flutter](https://img.shields.io/badge/Flutter-%2302569B.svg?style=for-the-badge&logo=Flutter&logoColor=white)
+- ![Firebase](https://img.shields.io/badge/firebase-%23039BE5.svg?style=for-the-badge&logo=firebase)
+
+This project leverages **Flutter** for cross-platform mobile development and **Firebase** as a backend solution for real-time database and authentication services.
+
+---
+
+## Installation
+
+To get a local copy up and running:
+
+1. Clone the repository:
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/dilrukshax/urbangreen.git
+   ```
+2. Navigate to the project directory:
+   ```bash
+   cd urbangreen
+   ```
+3. Install dependencies:
+   ```bash
+   flutter pub get
+   ```
+4. Run the app:
+   ```bash
+   flutter run
+   ```
+
+---
+
+## Usage
+
+- **Track Public Transport**: Monitor live public transport details on the map.
+- **Engage with the Community**: Report issues or view community projects and local events.
+- **Stay Informed**: Receive alerts for urban services and emergencies relevant to your location.
+- **Emergency Access**: Quickly call emergency services directly from the app.
+
+---
+
+## Contributing
+
+Contributions are welcome! Follow these steps to contribute:
+
+1. Fork the repository.
+2. Create your feature branch:
+   ```bash
+   git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature
+   ```
+3. Commit your changes:
+   ```bash
+   git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature'
+   ```
+4. Push to the branch:
+   ```bash
+   git push origin feature/AmazingFeature
+   ```
+5. Open a pull request.
+
+Please submit a pull request or open an issue for suggestions.
+
+---
+
+## License
+
+This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
+
+---
+
+## Contact
+
+- **Authors**: 
+  - [Trishni W. R. M.](mailto:[email protected])  
+  - [Dilruksha A.G.C.D.](mailto:[email protected])  
+  - [Hesara P.K.A.N.](mailto:[email protected])  
+- **Institution**: Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)
+- **GitHub Repository**: [UrbanGreen](https://github.com/dilrukshax/urbangreen)
+
+---
+
+UrbanGreen is built to enhance urban living through sustainable, user-centered technology solutions. Join us in creating greener, more connected cities!
+```