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Debate: Crypto vs The Environment

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Bitcoin's Energy Conundrum

This chapter examines the immense energy consumption associated with Bitcoin mining and its environmental repercussions. It discusses how the mining process parallels the electricity usage of entire countries and critiques the reliance on fossil fuels for power while emphasizing Bitcoin's role in decentralized finance. The chapter also explores potential pathways towards more sustainable mining practices and the economic motivations that influence current energy sourcing choices.

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