why is crypto mining bad for the environment

What Makes Crypto Mining Harmful to the Environment?

Cryptocurrency, like Bitcoin, has sparked a big environmental worry. The digital gold rush’s side effects are now seen clearly. United Nations scientists report shocking data from 2020 to 2021. Bitcoin mining used 173.42 Terawatt hours of electricity during this period. This massive energy use is like burning 84 billion pounds of coal. It shows the…