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European banks launch ‘sustainable’ blockchain platform for digital bonds
[Apr 4, 2023 4:55 AM] The platform makes the first use case of a so-called “Proof of Climate” blockchain protocol.
TradFi Banks Team Up to Create Digital Bonds Trading Platform on Blockchain
[Apr 3, 2023 10:17 AM] The platform will use Proof of Climate awaReness as a validating protocol to encourage users to minimize their environmental footprint.
FTX EU Launches New Website for Withdrawals as Subsidiary Starts Returning Funds to Customers
[Apr 1, 2023 1:30 PM] FTX’s European subsidiary, FTX Europe, has launched a new website, ftxeurope.eu, for users to withdraw funds from the now-defunct cryptocurrency platform. Withdrawal requests must be submitted through the new website and will be “subject to…
The ‘Skull of Satoshi’ Proves Bitcoin Mining Discourse Isn’t Dead
[Mar 27, 2023 11:46 AM] An artist made great art and learned about Bitcoin.
Terawulf Energizes First Nuclear-Powered Bitcoin Mining Facility in the US, Plans to Expand Operations
[Mar 6, 2023 3:30 PM] Terawulf, a bitcoin mining operation, has announced that it has energized the first nuclear-powered bitcoin mining facility in the United States at the company’s Nautilus Facility in Pennsylvania. According to the company, approximately 1…
Senators renew call for EPA investigation of crypto mining emissions data
[Mar 3, 2023 3:44 PM] Sen. Edward Markey and Rep. Jared Huffman want miners to disclose emissions data and the EPA to lead an investigation of their impact.
Recycle to earn, a new frontier for blockchain technology towards ESG goals
[Feb 24, 2023 1:00 PM] At the European Blockchain Convention, Circularr won the award for blockchain startup of the year. Recycling with blockchain was the pitch.
Lawmakers write to US officials about crypto energy usage information gathering
[Feb 7, 2023 3:55 PM] Elizabeth Warren and seven other Democrats want to know how much the Environmental Protection Agency and Energy Department know about crypto mining energy draws.
Riot reports 17K miners offline due to Texas weather
[Feb 6, 2023 3:15 PM] The mining firm reported two of the buildings at its Whinstone facility in Rockdale were damaged in December as Texas experienced days of sub-zero temperatures.
How Bitcoin mining saved Africa's oldest national park from bankruptcy
[Jan 30, 2023 5:16 PM] The Virunga National Park's Bitcoin mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo monetizes surplus energy for conservation efforts.
Crypto industry leaders ‘scared of a strong SEC’ — Senator Warren
[Jan 25, 2023 11:28 PM] Senator Elizabeth Warren claims the Trump Administration “gave a green light” to a cryptocurrency market full of junk tokens, rug pulls and Ponzi schemes.
Climate tech VC argues Bitcoin’s ESG positives outweigh its negatives 31:1
[Jan 13, 2023 12:04 AM] The Bitcoin network has a 31:1 positive to negative ratio, according to climate tech VC Daniel Batten.
Bitcoin Creates Hope For A Generation Found Hopeless
[Jan 8, 2023 7:00 AM] Faced with unprecedented economic challenges and anxieties, Gen Z should see Bitcoin as the best hope for its future.This is an opinion editorial by Trey Walsh, the senior director for youth programs at the MassHire Metro North Workforce Board of…
The most eco-friendly blockchain networks in 2022
[Dec 22, 2022 5:00 PM] This year saw the realignment of the crypto industry toward greener, more energy-efficient blockchains.
Decentralized solutions for climate change are key as COP disappoints
[Dec 13, 2022 8:09 AM] Climate change initiatives led by politicians and sponsored by some of the biggest polluters demand a change in initiatives — Decentralized tech could play a key role.
ECB official proposes ban on tokens with an 'excessive ecological footprint'
[Dec 7, 2022 2:30 PM] EU officials previously rejected an outright ban on crypto mining, but the Markets in Crypto Assets bill could require firms to report any potential environmental impact.
Turning Garbage Into Digital Gold: The Rise Of Landfill Bitcoin Mining
[Dec 1, 2022 7:00 AM] Powering bitcoin mining operations with landfill waste is the latest trend in sector growth as miners capitalize on wasted and stranded energy resources.Powering bitcoin mining machines with literal garbage is an emerging trend within the mining…
Island nation turns to metaverse to preserve its disappearing heritage
[Nov 16, 2022 5:45 AM] The island of Tuvalu said it plans to build a digital version of itself in order to preserve its history as it faces erasure due to climate change.
Climate Chain Coalition releases report on blockchain and emerging technologies at COP 27
[Nov 11, 2022 1:30 PM] Cointelegraph is a member of the network of organizations committed to using blockchain technology for climate action.
Bitcoin Mining Removes Methane From The Atmosphere
[Nov 11, 2022 2:00 AM] Bitcoin mining can use organic materials, such as methane, which contributes to climate change, therefore reducing the environmental impact from the gas.Watch This Episode On YouTubeListen To The Episode Here:AppleSpotifyGoogleLibsynIn this…
Greenpeace USA’s Misinformed Environmental Attacks Only Energize And Galvanize Bitcoiners
[Nov 2, 2022 8:17 AM] Underlying disinformation exposed during Greenpeace USA’s “Change The Code” campaign only served to rally the Bitcoin community.This is an opinion editorial by Daniel Batten, a Bitcoin ESG analyst, climate tech investor, author and environmental…