Blockchain for Energy Financing and Investment

Abstract

Blockchain technology has emerged as a disruptive force across various industries, promising decentralization, transparency, and enhanced efficiency. In the energy sector, blockchain holds the potential to transform traditional financing and investment models by lowering transaction costs, democratizing access to capital, and streamlining project management. This chapter explores how blockchain-based solutions revolutionize energy financing and investment, particularly focusing on peer-to-peer marketplaces, tokenization, crowdfunding, and smart contracts. Through real-world case studies and academic analysis, we illuminate the path toward more sustainable and inclusive energy markets.