A report from CarbonChain shows that Gryphon Digital Assets is mining bitcoin with hydroelectric power, producing zero carbon emissions.

The global bitcoin mining company will harness wind and solar energy from West Texas to expand its operations.

A metric posed as a criticism of Bitcoin actually shows extreme energy usage in one example of a legacy company.

The partnership also extends to the planning of the 2nd Bitcoin Forum in Ingolstadt, Germany.

Hundreds of millions of Africans face two problems holding them back from progress: 600 million lack electricity, while virtually all 1.4 billion people on the continent lack high-quality currency. Compare this to the US, Northern Europe, or Japan, where nearly everyone has access to consistent, ...

A renewable energy mix of solar, wind and hydropower will improve bitcoin mining profitability while helping efforts to combat climate change.

Bitcoin mining incentivizes energy usage that is better for the environment by easing the transition from fossil fuels to wind and solar energy.

PRTI has discovered a way to demanufacture old car tires, turning them into sources of energy, some of which is then used to mine bitcoin on-site.

The Bitcoin network is more efficient compared to our current financial system, so any concerns about its energy use are completely unfounded.

Bitcoin incentivizes energy innovations whereas proof-of-stake results in exacerbated inequality since the more money you have, the more money you get.

Bitcoin converts wasted energy into a different kind of battery for a more sustainable future. The battery of human time, effort and ingenuity: money.

Variable energy productions as a result of weather are guarantees of downtime and wasted money — so why incentivize them?

Satoshi Nakamoto intended to create a monetary revolution with the invention of bitcoin, but his other unstated revolution may occur first in the energy sector.

Harry Sudock of Griid qualifies Bitcoin as a responsible use of energy and shares his perspective on the benefits of bitcoin mining for rural areas.

A conversation about Level39’s recent article about using thermal energy from the ocean to generate electricity and mine bitcoin with the excess.

Bitcoin could enable humanity to take the next step in energy production and usage through the capabilities it unlocks.

For over a decade the sources of energy production have become highly politicized to the detriment of the average citizen and energy consumer.

Energy usage is not something from which we should shy away. Bitcoin miners are already doing the hard work that is making the world a better place.

Bitcoin’s infamous energy criticism is misguided as mounting research shows the exact opposite of those claims are true.

A case study on how Bitcoin could be utilized in a modern energy efficient, renewable-powered dwelling.

A recently published working paper, collaboratively authored by industry experts, examines the critical influence of bitcoin mining in promoting worldwide clean energy efforts and stabilizing electricity grids. This paper probes into the utility of mining as a flexible and versatile instrument for large-scale demand response in industries and harnessing unused energy resources. Working Paper Highlights […]

ASIC manufacturer, Canaan, announced a brand new mining machine in addition to green mining standards about energy, mining and infrastructure.

According to CoinShares’ latest biannual mining report, the vast majority of bitcoin mining power comes from renewable energy sources.

Harry Sudock of Griid qualifies Bitcoin as a responsible use of energy and shares his perspective on the benefits of bitcoin mining for rural areas.

Bitcoin 2022 offered us a glimpse into bitcoin miners’ crystal ball, as they discussed how the industry will impact the energy grid.

Metaphors and analogies are critical for helping newbies understand Bitcoin, but they are dangerous when taken too far.

The Bitcoin network is more efficient compared to our current financial system, so any concerns about its energy use are completely unfounded.

The Biden administration is reportedly crafting policies intended to lower energy consumption and emissions from bitcoin mining.

New York’s Senate just voted to place a two-year moratorium on the bitcoin mining industry preventing new applications and renewals for carbon-based mining.

Marathon Digital Holdings announced its April 2022 mining production updates noting over 9,000 BTC held in reserves and plans for a total mining fleet of 199,000.

CleanSpark closed a $35 million, non-dilutive financing deal by collateralizing over 3,000 miners with a 9.9% interest rate to fuel growth expenditures.

CleanSpark partnered with Sustainable Bitcoin Standard to deliver certificates authenticating that bitcoin was mined with renewable energy.

In a recent SEC filing, Tesla explained bitcoin’s liquidity use case while outlining its “long-term potential.”

Bitcoin could enable humanity to take the next step in energy production and usage through the capabilities it unlocks.

Find out how DenverBitcoin’s previous exposure to the oil and gas industry led him to see the potential for waste reduction while participating in the bitcoin mining industry.

Miners will consume every last drop of wasted energy available, because they’re incentivized to do so.

While the report didn’t create any new regulations, it still serves as a foreboding message to bitcoin miners.

ImpactPPA has already been working in the traditional renewable energy space for over 10 years. Now it is now ready to deploy with a blockchain component.

A common misconception, bitcoin is not a drain on the environment but an incentive for ever-increasing energy efficiency.

The Digital Power Network's mission is to advocate for Bitcoin mining and drive forward productive energy policy.

Nodal Power secures $13 million to cut landfill methane, generate renewable energy, and power innovative data centers.

The non-profit advocacy group aims to promote responsible energy development, grid resilience, and economic growth through Bitcoin and crypto mining.

The company improves the performance of renewable energy facilities with bitcoin miners.

An old hydro-power station in the U.S. has started mining bitcoin to make three times as much money as selling the energy.

TEPCO Power Grid is deploying bitcoin mining operations across Japan in a partnership with a local semiconductor company to capitalize on excess power.

The Bitcoin Policy Institute has recently issued a rebuttal to the letter that prompted the hearing.

In a recent interview, Rostin Behnam revealed that if Lummis-Gillibrand were to be enacted, the CFTC could advocate for a less energy-intensive Bitcoin.

Blockstream and Macquarie collaborate to explore carbon-neutral alternatives for their joint investment in bitcoin mining.

CleanSpark’s power agreement with Texas-based Lancium is expected to eventually trigger a five-fold increase in its bitcoin mining hashrate capacity.

A metric posed as a criticism of Bitcoin actually shows extreme energy usage in one example of a legacy company.

If consuming available energy is directly correlated with a growth in GDP, Bitcoin mining is the perfect companion to help our energy grids and our economy.

Bitcoin enables mining utilities to engage in agreements that are mutually beneficial to miners and the electricity grid.

Increasing energy availability for production is not enough to stimulate GDP growth, that energy must actually be consumed and put to use.

While Russia sends out hopeful hypotheticals, major companies are making real progress in the Bitcoin industry in America.

For over a decade the sources of energy production have become highly politicized to the detriment of the average citizen and energy consumer.

Bitcoin incentivizes energy innovations whereas proof-of-stake results in exacerbated inequality since the more money you have, the more money you get.

Bitcoin is capable of reducing energy costs for consumers as opposed to the opposite-of-intended effects that renewables have.

Bitcoin converts wasted energy into a different kind of battery for a more sustainable future. The battery of human time, effort and ingenuity: money.

Variable energy productions as a result of weather are guarantees of downtime and wasted money — so why incentivize them?

Spending bitcoin into the future transfers incredible amounts of energy over time as the amount of energy per satoshi increases.

The relationship between energy prices, hash rate, difficulty and the bitcoin price will be extremely important as the price of energy rises.

This transition is going to prove to be tumultuous for many around the globe and some are just beginning to realize this.

If the energy sector adopts bitcoin, it could be the industry to wind up pulling the trump card.

While "the smartest people in the room" scan the horizon, bitcoiners are out there actually building the future they want to live in.

Energy usage is not something from which we should shy away. Bitcoin miners are already doing the hard work that is making the world a better place.

The cheap, abundant energy and open trade enabled by Bitcoin will make humanity significantly more peaceful.

Bitcoin’s infamous energy criticism is misguided as mounting research shows the exact opposite of those claims are true.

A case study on how Bitcoin could be utilized in a modern energy efficient, renewable-powered dwelling.

Russia is now ranking second in terms of energy capacities engaged in the extraction of cryptocurrencies, new data suggests. Despite persisting regulatory uncertainty and the negative effects of sanctions, the amount of power devoted to the sector has been growing, reaching record highs this year. 1 GW of Electrical Power Involved in Crypto Mining in […]

Kosovo police have seized dozens of crypto mining devices from residents of a majority Serb region in the north of the country. Authorities in Pristina and Belgrade exchanged accusations over the move, which has the potential to raise tensions in the ethnically divided, partially recognized Balkan state. Kosovo Government Cracks Down on Crypto Mining in […]

The government of Kazakhstan has collected over $7 million in taxes this and last year from enterprises mining cryptocurrency in the country. The news comes amid growing regulatory pressure that is limiting the industry’s access to low-cost energy while increasing its tax burden. Miners Face Higher Expenses, More Challenges Under New Legislation Kazakhstan’s coffers have […]

The annual inflation rate in China has unexpectedly slowed down in March to its lowest level in a year and a half, the latest statistical data indicates. On a monthly basis, consumer prices decreased for a second consecutive month, despite estimates suggesting they will remain unchanged. Post Zero-Covid Policy Inflation in China Eases Further China’s […]

Kyrgyzstan intends to build a new facility for cryptocurrency mining at one of the country’s hydroelectric stations. The project aims to minimize the power plant’s electricity losses by utilizing its full generating capacity that currently exceeds that of the transmission network. Kyrgyzstan to Power Crypto Mining Hardware With Surplus Green Energy President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr […]

One does not simply change Bitcoin’s code, as the Change The Code campaign ridiculously requests.

Bitcoin can breathe new life into Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC), a 150-year old renewable technology stymied by economies of scale.

Rampant flooding in China’s Sichuan province has had a catastrophic effect on some of the world’s leading bitcoin mining operations.

Satoshi Nakamoto intended to create a monetary revolution with the invention of bitcoin, but his other unstated revolution may occur first in the energy sector.

Humanity must produce an excess amount of energy in order for forward progress — but with increasing demand, how can we achieve this?

A misdirection of resources and an obstruction of progress, wind and solar energy reflect the same distracting qualities of altcoins.

The large-scale pilot program aims to distribute roughly 3.5Gw of solar, wind, hydro and bio-gas energy capacity, which is enough to power over 500,000 homes.

The new center, part of Commons Foundation’s “Golden Goose” project, will help to facilitate the innovation of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. Bitfury will provide product and technical support for the project.

“With green hydroelectricity at a competitive price, innovative universities and this recent decision by the Energy Board that clearly supports the [mining] industry, Québec has all the ingredients to become a blockchain hub,”

A number of provincial governments are offering lower rates to attract bitcoin miners and Labrador’s government is considering energy incentives to attract “outstanding requests for service” from bitcoin data processors.

Bitcoin mining company Bitfarms is taking advantage of Québec’s hydropower and new Chinese mining equipment to expand operations.

Where, why and how bitcoin mining operations are emerging.

The next hotspots for bitcoin mining

A renewable energy mix of solar, wind and hydropower will improve bitcoin mining profitability while helping efforts to combat climate change.

Bitcoin miners are uniquely flexible energy consumers we can use as energy tools to help solve several energy problems.

What makes this Arctic outpost so attractive to bitcoin miners, considering the country’s tiny geographical size and small population?

After Saudi Arabia and members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) surprised the world by announcing cuts to oil production, a spokesperson for U.S. president Biden’s National Security Council stated that reducing production is not advisable. According to a recent report, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman has told associates that […]

After the New York Times was accused of writing favorable pieces about disgraced FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried and inviting him to speak at the news outlet’s Dealbook Summit, it is once again being criticized for publishing a “hit piece” about bitcoin mining. The article’s authors claim that bitcoin mining is harmful to the environment, while […]

Bitcoin miners saw a slight increase in mining difficulty on August 9, 2023, at block height 802,368, as the difficulty rose 0.12% from 52.32 trillion to 52.39 trillion. Over the last 2,016 blocks, miners recorded an average hashrate of about 376.5 exahash per second (EH/s). Miners Experience a Slight Increase in Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Bitcoin’s […]

In a recent report, the Bitcoin Mining Council (BMC) unveiled the results of its first half of 2023 survey, highlighting the industry’s strides in electricity consumption, technological efficiency, and sustainable power. Furthermore, the survey details that the BMC accounts for 43.4% of the global mining network. Insights From the Bitcoin Mining Council’s Latest Survey The […]

The role mining can play in enabling energy grids to provide greater utility at lower cost is completely misunderstood.

Nigeria partially de-regulating energy production to incentivize renewable energy offers Bitcoin miners big opportunity.

Love, violence and money are interrelated through their connection to energy. As the digital representation of energy, Bitcoin offers a better store of energy.

Starlink may be the missing piece for mining decentralization to reach the far ends of the Earth where energy is cheap but internet access is lacking.

This analysis of the changing world order, its impacts on the global economy, and the future of central bank monetary policy is the first in a two-part series.

Bitcoin mining has the potential to revolutionize our approach to electricity generation by allowing power production to increase with buyers of last resort.

After Kazakhstan forced out Bitcoin mining operations, the majority of global hash rate is now produced with clean energy.