A blockchain AI solution to climate change

Thomas F Heston 1, 2, *

1 Department of Medical Education and Clinical Sciences, Washington State University, Spokane, USA.
2 Department of Family Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, USA.
 
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International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 11(02), 450–454.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.2.0471
Publication history: 
Received on 08 February 2024; revised on 15 March 2024; accepted on 18 March 2024
 
Abstract: 
Background: Climate change represents a critical global challenge, hindered by skepticism towards data manipulation and politicization. Trust in climate data and its policies is essential for effective climate action.
Objective: This perspective paper explores the synergistic potential of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing climate change and how their integration can enhance the transparency, reliability, and accessibility of climate science.
Methods: The paper analyzes the roles of blockchain technology in enhancing transparency, traceability, and efficiency in carbon credit trading, renewable energy certificates, and sustainable supply chain management. It also examines the capabilities of AI in processing complex datasets to distill actionable intelligence. The synergistic effects of integrating both technologies for improved climate action are discussed alongside the challenges faced, such as scalability, energy consumption, and the necessity for high-quality data.
Results: Blockchain technology contributes to climate change mitigation by ensuring the transparent and immutable recording of transactions and environmental impacts, fostering stakeholder trust, and democratizing participation in climate initiatives. AI complements blockchain by providing deep insights and actionable intelligence from large datasets, facilitating evidence-based policymaking. The integration of both technologies promises enhanced data management, improved climate models, and more effective climate action initiatives.
Conclusion: The integration of blockchain technology and AI offers a transformative approach to climate change mitigation, enhancing the accuracy, transparency, and security of climate data and governance. This synergy addresses current limitations and futureproofs climate strategies, marking a cornerstone for the next generation of environmental stewardship.
 
Keywords: 
Climate change mitigation; Blockchain technology; Artificial intelligence; Large language models (LLMs); Data transparency; Environmental stewardship
 
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