Articles for tag: Bitcoin Mining, Carbon Emissions, cleaner practices, cryptocurrency sustainability, energy consumption, environmental impact, renewable energy

December 10, 2024

Scientists Urge Immediate Action Against Bitcoin Surge: Urgent Warnings on Environmental Impact and Economic Concerns

As the value of Bitcoin skyrockets, the environmental impacts of its mining process come under scrutiny. Bitcoin mining consumes a staggering amount of electricity—155-172 terawatt-hours each year—producing around 96 million tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. The shift of mining operations from China to countries like Kazakhstan and the U.S. has decreased the share of renewable ...

December 4, 2024

Market News

Crypto

Marathon Digital Expands Commitment to Bitcoin and Renewable Energy Investments for a Sustainable Future

Marathon Digital, a prominent U.S. Bitcoin mining company, is making strategic moves to enhance its operations and reduce costs. Recently, it acquired a wind farm in Texas, aiming to use sustainable energy for mining, which reflects a growing trend in the industry. Additionally, Marathon has been aggressively buying Bitcoin, purchasing around 6,484 coins in just ...

December 3, 2024

Market News

Crypto

MARA Acquires Wind Farm: A Strategic Move Towards Sustainable Energy Leadership

MARA has announced its plan to acquire a wind farm in Hansford County, Texas, with 240 MW of interconnection capacity and 114 MW of wind generation. This acquisition aims to power a data center using the wind farm’s renewable energy, significantly reducing electricity costs. The project is part of MARA’s Advanced ASIC Retirement Initiative, which ...

November 29, 2024

Market News

Crypto

Swiss Canton Votes in Favor of Researching Bitcoin Mining’s Environmental Impact and Economic Benefits

The parliament of Bern, a Swiss canton, has approved a proposal to explore Bitcoin mining, with a vote of 85 to 48. This legislation, backed by members from various political parties, aims to assess the potential of Bitcoin mining using unused energy. The cantonal government will prepare a report to evaluate how Bitcoin mining could ...

November 13, 2024

Market News

Hitachi Energy unveils Nostradamus AI, revolutionizing energy forecasting with unmatched accuracy, optimizing investments, and enhancing grid reliability amidst growing demands.

Hitachi Energy has launched Nostradamus AI, a revolutionary tool specifically designed for the energy sector. This advanced AI software enhances the accuracy of renewable energy forecasts, load predictions, and Market pricing insights, boasting forecasts that are over 20% more precise than industry standards. By integrating grid performance data and asset monitoring, Nostradamus AI streamlines operations ...

November 13, 2024

Market News

Hitachi Energy unveils Nostradamus AI, revolutionizing energy forecasting with unmatched accuracy, optimizing investments, and enhancing grid reliability amidst growing demands.

Hitachi Energy has launched Nostradamus AI, a cutting-edge tool designed to enhance forecasting in the energy sector. This innovative AI delivers quick and precise predictions for renewable energy, load demands, and Market prices, boasting accuracy improvements of over 20% compared to traditional methods. The tool processes data from various sources, allowing energy operators to make ...

November 2, 2024

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Business

Lumio Holdings Sold to Zeo Energy, Avoiding Liquidation Crisis

Lumio Holdings Inc., a solar installer, has received approval from a US bankruptcy court to sell its business to Zeo Energy Corp. This deal comes as a relief, preventing liquidation which some creditors had sought.

November 2, 2024

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Business

Tesla Raises 9 Million Through Solar Equipment Loan-Backed Bonds

Tesla Raises $499 Million Through Solar Equipment Loan-Backed Bonds

Tesla Inc. has successfully raised $499 million by selling bonds backed by loans for customers purchasing solar equipment. This move aims to strengthen the company's financing options and support its sustainability initiatives. The bonds will provide capital to expand Tesla's solar energy business, making solar installations more accessible to consumers.

October 29, 2024

Market News

Business

Chinese EV Stocks Surge as Government Boosts Sector Support Measures

Chinese electric vehicle stocks surged in Hong Kong today. This increase follows reports from state media about new government measures aimed at supporting the sector's growth. Investors are optimistic as these initiatives may boost production and adoption of electric vehicles across the country.

October 26, 2024

Market News

Tech giants Google and Amazon invest in advanced nuclear energy to power data centers, amidst debates on safety and efficiency.

Google and Amazon are making significant moves in renewable energy by investing in advanced nuclear power. Google has partnered with Kairos Power to buy electricity from their innovative reactors, while Amazon is investing $500 million in the X-Energy Reactor Company to source power from new reactors in Washington State. These initiatives aim to address the ...