Blockchain Innovations for a Sustainable Circular Economy (Studies in Big Data, 180)

This book offers a solutions-driven exploration of how blockchain can practically advance global sustainability and circular economy goals. It uniquely integrates technological, ethical, and environmental dimensions, making blockchain innovations accessible beyond finance. Covering fundamentals, real-world applications in waste management, and global adoption trends, the book bridges the gap between theory and sustainable practice. Designed for researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and sustainability advocates, it provides actionable insights and frameworks. Key uses include designing blockchain-enabled recycling systems, developing ethical guidelines, and fostering global collaboration on resource management.

Dr. Abhishek Kumar, Senior IEEE Member and Professor at Chandigarh University, Mohali. His expertise spans AI, renewable energy, and image processing, with extensive contributions as an author and editor.

Dr. Priya Batta is currently an Associate Professor at  Amity School of Engineering and Technology, Amity University Punjab, Mohali, India.  Her research area includes Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, IoT.

Dr. Pramod Singh Rathore, is a senior IEEE member and faculty at Manipal University Jaipur.  His research focuses on NS2, computer networks, data mining, and DBMS.

Dr. T. Ananth Kumar, Research Head and Associate Professor at IFET College, specializes in VLSI Design. His interests include Networks on Chips, Computer Architecture, and ASIC design, with numerous conference and journal publications.

Dr. J. Reyes Juárez Ramírez, Full Time Professor-Researcher, Facultad de Ciencias Quíquimicas e Ingeniería, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California and specializes in Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, and Quantum Computing.