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Blockchain

Connecting Italy’s green energy ecosystem

A national institution is using blockchain technology to drive clean energy solutions and create a scalable path toward a greener tomorrow.

Call for change

As the negative effects of global climate change become increasingly apparent, Italy is one of many countries aiming for a more sustainable future.

This will be achieved in part by expanding the integration of green alternative energy sources to reduce the carbon footprint created by fossil fuels—a major focus of the country’s Gestore Servizi Energetici (GSE).

The GSE is a national institution that promotes renewable energy sources through incentive programs and the efficient management of energy resources for Italian national and community objectives.

Accenture worked with the GSE on two solutions based on blockchain technology that would bring the country closer to reaching a carbon-neutral scenario in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

When tech meets human ingenuity

Drawing on deep industry knowledge combined with end-to-end experience in implementing blockchain solutions, as well as a vast network of ecosystem partners, Accenture developed two solutions to help GSE promote green energy in Italy.

EV Mobility Service Platform (EMSP)

Through a mobile app and the blockchain, the EMSP tracks and incentivizes the use of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations powered by green energy.

Blockchain solution

Blockchain technology also tracks green energy sources from origin to consumption, making it easier for the GSE to check sustainability progress.

Creating secure connections to drive progress

To comply with EV standards and architecture, Accenture leveraged an e-mobility system architecture reference model that supports users, systems engineers, and domain experts to better design, engineer and analyze complex smart grid systems.

The EMSP integration services layer manages user details, registration and login, as well as services for reservations and billing for CPOs.

The Connect Vehicle Platform (CVP) integration services manage all services for integrating vehicles with the EV Platform, such as battery alert notifications and fault predictions.

The API gateway offers a set of secure APIs to connect the EMSP with external devices, such mobile phones and on-board systems in vehicles. API management is also used to connect the EMSP with external suppliers and payment service providers.

The blockchain solution tracks biomethane from the farm to the cryogenic transport truck to the gas station, helping calculate energy needs and use.

 

A valuable difference

Accenture helped the GSE transform the systems around the production, transportation and consumption of green energy in Italy—from siloed, disparate systems to a transparent, controllable, real-time, fully connected, and open ecosystem.

Enhanced control and management

Leveraging blockchain to manage the EMSP’s data helps the GSE stimulate investments in green energy and manage supply chain certifications.

Fostering and rewarding customer loyalty

Blockchain technology enables the GSE to manage loyalty programs aimed at recognizing behaviors that contribute to sustainability.

Greater transparency and collaboration

It also helps track alternative energy sources, allowing any of the players (up to 20) in the ecosystem to see relevant information along the chain.

A connected ecosystem for a greener tomorrow

With this solution, Accenture has helped the GSE bring Italy closer to achieving environmental sustainability, demonstrating blockchain’s potential to revolutionize data security and compatibility.

These solutions demonstrate a scalable way for the world to implement clean energy solutions and maintain their positive impact in the future.

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