Blockchain Technology for Water and Environmental Systems

In an era defined by climate uncertainty, resource scarcity, and the urgent need for sustainable innovation, blockchain technology emerges as a transformative force across water and environmental systems. This groundbreaking volume brings together global experts to explore how decentralized technologies are reshaping the way we manage water, protect ecosystems, and build climate-resilient infrastructure.

Spanning foundational concepts to cutting-edge applications, the book offers a comprehensive journey through blockchain’s evolution—from its cryptographic roots to its integration with smart cities, IoT, and ecological governance. Readers will discover how blockchain enhances transparency in water trading, revolutionizes flood risk management, supports sustainable agriculture, and drives innovation in environmental monitoring and policy.

Structured across eight thematic parts, the chapters delve into intelligent water systems, consensus mechanisms, disaster resilience, and industrial transformation—offering both theoretical insights and practical case studies. Whether you're a researcher, policymaker, technologist, or sustainability advocate, this volume provides the tools and vision to harness blockchain for a greener, smarter future.

Edited by leading scholars and practitioners, Blockchain Technology for Water and Environmental Systems is a timely and essential resource for anyone seeking to understand and apply blockchain in service of global sustainability.

With contributions from global thought leaders and case studies spanning continents, Blockchain Technology for Water and Environmental Systems is a vital resource for academics, practitioners, and innovators seeking to harness the power of decentralization for a more resilient and sustainable future.

Part I An Introduction to Blockchain Technology

1. Blockchain Technology for Intelligent Water Management and Sustainable Development, Asghar Akbari Forod,

2. Blockchain Technology for Secure Data Trust: Enhancing Access Control, Provenance, and Auditability, G.Sasikala,

3. Blockchain Technology: Tackling Global Challenges in Sustainable Development, Ritika Mahajan,

Part II Blockchain Evolution and Applications

4. Blockchain Evolution: From Cryptographic Beginnings to Societal Applications, Joao Casqueira, Ana Cristina Rodrigues,

5. Blockchain Unveiled: Evolution, Challenges, and Transformative Applications Across Sectors, Prateek Pandey,

6. Balancing Blockchain Sustainability: Analyzing Consensus Mechanisms and Environmental Impact, Amit Kumar Tyagi,

Part III Blockchain Technology and Smart Water systems

7. Blockchain and IoT: Advancing Smart Water Management for Sustainable Solutions, G.Sasikala,

8. Blockchain and IoT for Smart Water Management: Addressing Scarcity and Ensuring Sustainability, Beulah Christalin,

9. Blockchain for Hydro Systems: Transforming Water Management and Sustainability, Karkuzhali S,

10. Blockchain in Water Trading Rights: Enhancing Transparency, Efficiency, and Sustainable Management, Mousa Maeki,

Part IV Blockchain Application in Ecological Protection and Water Quality

11. Blockchain Systems for Ecological Sustainability: Advancing Resource Governance and Climate Resilience, Elena Gurgu,

12. Blockchain for Water Quality Monitoring: Enhancing Transparency, Security, and Accountability, Harpreet Kaur Channi,

Part V Blockchain Technology for Environmental Innovation, Conservation and Sustainability

13. Blockchain and Environmental Sustainability: Addressing Global Challenges and Advancing SDGs, Harpreet Channi,

14. Blockchain for Environmental Innovation: Balancing Sustainability and Global Challenges, Erginbay Ugurlu,

15. Blockchain for Environmental Conservation: Transforming Transparency, Collaboration, and Accountability", Harpreet Channi,

Part VI Blockchain for Sustainable Practices in Irrigation and Crop Systems

16. Empowering SMEs with Blockchain: Advancing Sustainability in Water Systems, Anuj Kumar,

17. Blockchain in Agriculture: Transforming Crop Management with Transparency and Efficiency, Rahul Sonkamble,

Part VII Blockchain Application in Disaster Management

18. Blockchain-Driven Resilience: Revolutionizing Flood Risk Management and Community Engagement, Saeid Eslamian,

19. Blockchain and Climate Action: Pioneering Solutions for Emission Reduction and Sustainability, Esmaeil

20. Blockchain in Intelligent Building Systems: Enhancing Security, Efficiency, and Climate Resilience, Pawan Fowdur,

Part VIII Blockchain for Hydrosystem and industrial transformations in Smart Cities: A Forward-Looking Approach

21. Blockchain in Hydrosystems: Research Insights, Challenges, and Future Directions, Simon Fernandez Vazquez,

22. Revolutionizing Supply Chains with Blockchain: Transparency, Efficiency, and Future Challenges, Nguyen Thi Hang,

23. Blockchain in Smart Cities: Revolutionizing Sustainability and Cyber-Physical Systems, Asghar Akbari Forod,

Saeid Eslamian received his PhD in civil and environmental engineering from University of New South Wales, Australia, in 1998. Saeid was a visiting professor at Princeton University and ETH Zurich in 2005 and 2008, respectively. He has contributed to more than 1,000 publications in journals, conferences and books. Currently, he is a full professor of Resilient Climate and Water Systems and the Director of the Excellence Center in Risk Management and Natural Hazards in Isfahan University of Technology. His scientific interests are floods, droughts, water reuse, climate change adaptation, sustainability and resilience. Prof. Eslamian is now recognized as Extraordinary Professor in Education and Science by the Government of the United States of America.

Faezeh Eslamian holds a PhD in bioresource engineering from McGill University, Canada. Her research focuses on the development of a novel lime-based product to mitigate phosphorus loss from agricultural fields. Faezeh completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil and environmental engineering from Isfahan University of Technology, Iran, where she evaluated natural and low-cost absorbents for the removal of pollutants such as textile dyes and heavy metals. Furthermore, she has conducted research on worldwide water quality standards and wastewater reuse guidelines. Faezeh is an experienced multidisciplinary researcher with an interest in soil and water quality, environmental remediation, water reuse and drought management.