May 1, 2022 – UnitedStaking, a leading decentralized staking platform known for innovation and transparency in the DeFi space, has announced a new global initiative to support renewable energy projects and further the shift toward a clean, sustainable energy future. This move places UnitedStaking at the forefront of the blockchain industry’s contribution to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, particularly in aligning crypto operations with environmental stewardship.
As the world grapples with climate change and the urgent need to decarbonize, UnitedStaking’s commitment to renewable energy signals a transformative leap in how blockchain platforms can act as catalysts for sustainable development.
In recent years, the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors have faced scrutiny for their environmental footprint, especially in energy-intensive consensus mechanisms like Proof-of-Work (PoW). UnitedStaking, which operates on Proof-of-Stake (PoS) protocols, aims to flip the script by leveraging blockchain efficiency to support – not harm – global energy sustainability goals.
“Our mission goes beyond decentralization,” said Olivia Tan, Chief Sustainability Officer at UnitedStaking. “It’s about reimagining what a responsible, scalable, and ethical blockchain ecosystem looks like – one that actively contributes to solving the climate crisis.”
UnitedStaking’s comprehensive plan includes strategic partnerships, smart contract transparency, user participation, and reinvestment of staking revenues. Key components include:
UnitedStaking is launching a $50 million green fund over the next three years to invest in solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy projects across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. These investments will help bridge the financing gap for clean energy infrastructure in underfunded regions.
Validators on the UnitedStaking platform that run nodes powered by renewable energy will receive higher rewards through a green multiplier. This incentive structure promotes eco-friendly participation in the network without sacrificing performance or decentralization.
The platform will launch a new sustainability-linked token, UST-Green, pegged to verified renewable energy investments. UST-Green holders will be able to trace how funds are allocated, offering complete transparency and ESG alignment.
In partnership with blockchain-based carbon registries, UnitedStaking will implement smart contracts that automatically purchase carbon offsets for every transaction on the platform. This ensures all staking activity is carbon-neutral by default.
UnitedStaking has already signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with multiple renewable energy startups and nonprofit organizations in Kenya, India, and Brazil. These partnerships are aimed at deploying microgrid solar solutions in rural communities, building clean water infrastructure powered by renewables, and developing education initiatives focused on clean tech.
One such project in Kenya will bring solar-powered internet and lighting to over 10,000 homes by the end of 2023. Local communities will benefit from both immediate access to clean energy and ongoing support through blockchain-powered smart grants funded by staking yields.
In line with its decentralized ethos, UnitedStaking will allow token holders to vote on which renewable projects receive funding through an on-chain governance model. This not only increases transparency but ensures that the platform’s user base actively shapes its sustainability roadmap.
Participants will be able to stake UST-Green tokens in designated sustainability pools and earn rewards while voting for impact-driven projects.
Understanding that change begins with awareness, UnitedStaking is also launching a “Crypto for Climate” education campaign, including:
Free online courses on blockchain’s role in climate change mitigation
Community-led webinars with climate scientists and energy experts
Grants for academic research on decentralized sustainability
By building knowledge and advocacy at the grassroots level, UnitedStaking hopes to inspire the broader DeFi and blockchain community to prioritize sustainability.
To reinforce trust and accountability, UnitedStaking will publish quarterly ESG impact reports. These documents will include:
Total renewable energy financed
Emissions offset through carbon contracts
Energy usage statistics for validator nodes
Voting outcomes from the governance portal
UST-Green token circulation and impact mapping
Data will be verified by third-party sustainability auditors and made available via an open-access dashboard.
This initiative is not a one-off campaign but a long-term strategic shift for UnitedStaking. The company has pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2025 across all its operations and platform-level activities.
“Our goal is to be the first fully climate-positive staking ecosystem,” said CEO Marcus Lai. “Crypto has immense power. When directed with purpose, it can help build a cleaner, fairer, and more sustainable world.”
UnitedStaking is a decentralized staking platform that empowers users worldwide to earn rewards by staking their digital assets securely and transparently. With a focus on innovation, user control, and sustainability, UnitedStaking is redefining the role of blockchain in the 21st-century economy.
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