Bitcoin mining consumed 0.05% of the total energy consumed in 2021, with 39% of the energy sources coming from renewable methods. Because Bitcoin mining is location agnostic, miners seek out inefficiencies around the world, looking for stranded and wasted energy sources. This has led to innovative Bitcoin mining solutions being created for underutilized energy sources. As a result, many Bitcoin miners are able to take advantage of unconventional energy sources while having a positive impact on the environment.
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