Blockchain in Hydrosystems

Abstract

Blockchain is currently a key focus in both academic and industrial domains. The pivotal next step for the sustainable growth of blockchain technology lies in its widespread adoption. This article delineates the research subjects, constraints, gaps, and emerging trends in blockchain within the hydrosystem sector. Our examination, based on 136 publications from the Web of Science (WoS), underscores a thorough exploration of issues, particularly emphasizing security, privacy, and latency. However, the suggested remedies for these issues are still in early stages of development. This study serves as a useful starting point for researchers, offering insights and recommendations for future research areas in the application of the distributed ledger within the hydrosystem sector.