How Does Mining Crypto Use Fossil Fuels

Last Updated on December 18, 2023 by Paganoto

What'S Bitcoin Mining And How Much Energy Does It Consume

The crypto world is largely dependent on fossil fuels. Cryptocurrency mining often uses electricity produced from fossil fuels.

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Some of the biggest companies have started using the gas that escapes during the oil drilling process to mine bitcoin, claiming it mitigates …

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