This research project, conducted in collaboration with the World Economic Forum’s Crypto Sustainability Coalition, culminated in the publication of a white paper that explored the intersection of blockchain innovation and climate action. The study investigated the potential of decentralized technologies to enhance transparency, integrity, and community-driven impact in climate mitigation and adaptation efforts. It addressed both the promises and complexities of blockchain-based climate tools, with an emphasis on equitable implementation for communities most affected by climate inaction.

Through a rigorous qualitative methodology, the research team conducted 23 in-depth interviews with thought leaders across regenerative finance, Web3 climate tech, digital MRV, and sustainability policy. These conversations offered a firsthand view into the rapidly evolving world of blockchain-enabled climate action, helping to map the key players and use cases. The interviews surfaced real-world examples—from anticipatory cash transfers for smallholder farmers to tokenized ecological assets—and highlighted key design principles for effective implementation, including interoperability, data integrity, and local empowerment.