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Layer 5: Settlement Layer

In Research Phase - Publishing 2026 Layer 5 provides cryptographically secure systems for energy transaction verification, automated settlement, and transparent economic coordination across the energy ecosystem.

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Planned Features

Energy Certificates

Blockchain-based renewable energy and carbon credit tracking

Automated Settlement

Smart contract-based payment and revenue distribution

Carbon Tracking

Transparent carbon footprint verification and offsetting

Compliance Reporting

Automated regulatory reporting and audit trails

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Research Areas

Current research includes:
  • Zero-knowledge proof systems for privacy-preserving settlements
  • Multi-chain interoperability for cross-platform transactions
  • Cryptographic verification of energy generation and consumption
  • Decentralized identity for energy prosumers and assets

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Integration Points

Layer 5 will provide settlement for:
  • Layer 4: Coordinated energy transactions and services
  • Layer 6: User-facing payment and billing interfaces
  • External systems: Traditional utility billing and regulatory compliance
The settlement layer ensures trust and transparency in the new energy economy. Follow our research progress on GitHub.