Chapter 3 Blockchain Applied to Environmental Sustainability In the Context of Smart Contracts

Tewabe Chekole Workneh

Admas University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Email: tewabechekole.workneh@univr.it

1. Introduction

In an era marked by growing environmental concerns and an urgent need for sustainable solutions, the intersection of blockchain technology and environmental sustainability is emerging as a powerful force for positive change. Blockchain, originally developed as the enabling technology for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, has evolved far beyond its original application. It now provides an innovative and robust framework for addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing our planet. In the context of smart contracts, the potential ...

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