Blockchain-based Data Access Environment for Disaster Risk Reduction1

This paper outlines an opportunity to apply blockchain technology to enhance access to the universe of data needed to assess risk and guide allocation of resources for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). The project aims to develop and implement a blockchain-based governance model, a Blockchain Based Data Access Environment (BDAE) for conditional data access and curation. A two-layered architecture creates an incentivized mechanism for data sharing and data quality services.