Priya Batta, Amity University Punjab, Mohali, India.
Abhishek Kumar, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India.
Sachin Ahuja, Chandigarh University, Mohali, India.
Pramod Singh Rathore, Manipal University (Jaipur), India.
In an era where sustainability has become a global imperative, Blockchain for Sustainability 1 explores how blockchain technology can drive transparent, accountable and environmentally responsible business practices.
This book provides a comprehensive examination of blockchain-enabled solutions for sustainable supply chain management and carbon footprint reduction. It discusses the integration of distributed ledger technology with environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives, highlighting mechanisms for traceability, resource optimization, waste reduction and emissions monitoring. Readers will gain insights into blockchain-based carbon accounting, smart contracts for sustainability compliance, circular economy applications and real-world case studies from diverse industries. The book also addresses implementation challenges, regulatory considerations and emerging trends that are shaping the future of green digital transformation.
Designed for researchers, students, industry professionals, policymakers and sustainability advocates, this book serves as a valuable resource for leveraging blockchain to achieve long-term environmental and economic sustainability goals.
Part 1. AI for Smart Energy Systems and Renewable Technologies.
1. Simulation-based Performance Assessment of a 100-kW Hybrid Solar–Wind Energy System in Coastal Karnataka, Mainuddin M. Shirbadagi, Iqbal Ahammed and K. Fazlur Rahman.
2. Design and Analysis of an Intelligent Battery Management System for EV using MATLAB and IOT Technologies, Mainuddin M. Shirbadagi, K. Fazlur Rahman, K.S. Khudsiya, Kewka Danish Ahmed, Musadiq Fakirsab Khalif and Shabuddin A. Khadak.
3. AI-based Voltage Optimization for Energy-Efficient Street Lighting in Smart Cities, K. Madhura, Akhil Balachandra Naik, M.H. Suman and Immanuel Selvan.
4. Feasibility Study of Integrated Solar and Other Alternative Energy Sources for Hamlet Village Electrification, Anil Kadle, Shravankumar Nayak and Balachandra Jogi.
5. A Review on Pathway for Designing Higher Thermal Conductivity Al–Alloy, Shashidhar M. Banavasi, Padmayya S. Naik and Shreethen P. Naik.
Part 2. AI for Environmental Sustainability and Climate Analytics.
6. Computation of Evapotranspiration for Optimal Irrigation of Cucumber in Bhatkal Taluk using Blaney–Criddle Equation, Chidanand G. Naik and N. Vidyadhar.
7. Machine-Assisted Mathematical Modeling for Climate Variability and Environmental Forecasting, Swapnil Shukla, Gaurav Tamrakar, Manoj Kumar Nigam and Sandeep Roy.
8. Environmental Impact Assessment of Industrial Pollution in Al-Harfiyin District, Safaa M. Almudhafar, Rusul Z. Almudhafar, Zainab A. Alzurfi and B.A. Almayahi.
9. Computational Models for Green Supply Chain Optimization and Their Role in Sustainable Business Systems, Prabha Seetaram Naik, Dipti Patnayak, Rajesh Kr. Yadav, Ajatashatru Samal, Manjula Mallya and N. Subbu Krishna Sastry.
10. Sustainable Business Practices Enabled by AI-Driven Operational Efficiency Models, Ankita Nihlani and Pankaj Tiwari.
Part 3. Graph Intelligence in Healthcare and Medical Analytics.
11. A Data-Driven Approach to Dyslexia Detection: Evaluating Random Forest and Logistic Regression Models with Questionnaire-Based Features, A. Gomathy, S. Vismaya, U. Saran and M. Selvamurugan.
12. Recent Advances in Genes Associated with Aging in Humans and Model Organisms: A Review of Relevant Databases, Muthuselvi Gopal and Daniel Alex Anand.
Part 4. Graph Intelligence in Finance and Economics.
13. AI-Supported Recruitment and Talent Management: Evidence from IT Sector HR Professionals, Atinder Kaur and Tilottama Singh.
14. Synergistic Effects of Digital HR, Martech and FinTech Integration on Organizational Innovation and Performance, D. Jogish, Ningambika G. Meti, S. Manjunatha, R. Umesh, S. Udaya and M. Nayana.
Priya Batta is an Associate Professor at Amity School of Engineering and Technology, Amity University Punjab, Mohali, India. Her expertise includes AI, blockchain and IoT.
Abhishek Kumar is a Professor at Chandigarh University, Mohali, India. His expertise includes AI, renewable energy and image processing.
Sachin Ahuja is an Executive Director of Engineering and a Professor at Chandigarh University, Mohali, India. His expertise includes AI, machine learning and data mining.
Pramod Singh Rathore is an Assistant Professor at Manipal University, Jaipur, India. His expertise includes NS2, networks, data mining and DBMS.