A decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across multiple computers securely and transparently.

The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an entity, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents.

Practices that meet current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.

Energy sourced from natural processes that are continuously replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

Innovative technologies designed to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.

The amount of energy used by blockchain operations, crucial for assessing its environmental impact.

Release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, primarily from fossil fuel combustion and industrial processes.

Blockchain systems designed to minimize environmental impact, often utilizing renewable energy sources.

The process of verifying transactions on a blockchain to ensure accuracy and prevent fraud.

Self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code, facilitating automated transactions.

A decentralized network structure where participants share resources directly without intermediaries.

A collection of transaction data that is permanently recorded on the blockchain.

A cryptographic process that converts data into a fixed-size string of characters, ensuring data integrity.

The distribution of authority and control away from a central entity, enhancing security and transparency.

A consensus mechanism requiring participants to solve complex mathematical problems to validate transactions.

A consensus mechanism that allows participants to validate transactions based on the number of coins they hold.

A record-keeping system that maintains all transactions within a blockchain.

Incentives given to miners for validating transactions and adding new blocks to the blockchain.

A digital tool used to store, send, and receive cryptocurrencies.

Applications that run on a blockchain network, offering increased security and transparency.

Compensating for carbon emissions by investing in projects that reduce or capture greenhouse gases.

A method to evaluate the environmental impacts of a product throughout its entire lifecycle.

An in-depth examination of a particular instance, project, or initiative to derive insights and lessons learned.

Individuals or groups with an interest in the outcomes of blockchain and sustainability initiatives.

A process to evaluate the potential environmental effects of a proposed project or technology.

The systematic approach to gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data relevant to blockchain and sustainability.