Blockchain Technology in Water Management and New Energy Economy (Smart Technologies for Water Engineering & Sustainability)

Blockchain Technology in Water Management and New Energy Economy explores the transformative role of blockchain in addressing two of the most pressing global challenges: efficient water resource management and the transition to a sustainable energy future.As climate change, population growth, and urbanization exert increasing pressure on natural resources, traditional systems for managing water and energy are proving inadequate.This book presents blockchain as a powerful enabler of transparency, decentralization, and trust in resource governance, offering innovative solutions that can reshape these critical sectors.The book is divided into two major sections. The first focuses on water management, covering how blockchain can enhance monitoring, prevent water theft, support real-time quality assessments, and enable equitable distribution through smart contracts.It examines case studies where decentralized ledger technology has improved water conservation, optimized irrigation systems in