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Environment

Environment covers the ecological footprint of blockchain networks, including the energy used by proof-of-work mining and the environmental impact of digital assets such as NFTs. Read the latest news about Environment on Cointelegraph. Environment covers the ecological footprint of blockchain networks, including the energy used by proof-of-work mining and the environmental impact of digital assets such as NFTs. Read the latest news about Environment on Cointelegraph. Environment covers the ecological footprint of blockchain networks, including the energy used by proof-of-work mining and the environmental impact of digital assets such as NFTs. Read the latest news about Environment on Cointelegraph.

Merck and Hashgraph Group launch Hedera-based product passport for EU compliance

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Bitcoiners launch 'The Bitcoin Evidence Base' to stamp out FUD

May 1, 2026

Brayden Lindrea

Hashgraph Group launches Hedera-based tool for EU digital product passports

Feb 24, 2026

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Abu Dhabi agricultural regulator bans use of farmland for crypto mining

Oct 1, 2025

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Crypto miner deserts Pennsylvania site, fails to plug wells: Report

May 7, 2025

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PowerDime launching tokenized renewable energy platform with Chintai

Dec 2, 2024

Environment: All latest articles

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Lionel Messi promotes Solana memecoin on Instagram

The soccer legend touted Watercoin, a memecoin purportedly focused on raising awareness and providing solutions for ecological issues.

Jul 8, 2024

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Big Tech produced more carbon since 2019 than all Bitcoin mining ever

U.S. tech firms made huge commitments to “net zero” carbon emissions — but that was before ChatGPT hit the scene.

Jul 3, 2024

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Wall Street must be accountable for Bitcoin mining emissions — Greenpeace

Greenpeace alleges that Wall Street titans such as BlackRock and Vanguard contribute to the environmental harm coming from Bitcoin mining.

Jun 14, 2024

Daniel Ramirez-Escudero

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KlimaDAO Japan to launch carbon credit marketplace with Progmat

KlimaDAO and the Japanese stablecoin issuer may eventually trade carbon credits internationally.

May 21, 2024

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Dfinity founder says blockchain can bolster efforts to fight climate change

Dfinity founder and chief scientist Dominic Williams told Cointelegraph that blockchain networks could support the creation of trustless infrastructure that incentivizes climate-positive action.

Dec 13, 2023

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Bitcoin’s water consumption: A new environmental threat?

New studies have examined the water consumption of Bitcoin, with alarming results.

Dec 12, 2023

Daniel Ramirez-Escudero

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COP28: Blockchain projects make push to decentralize climate markets

Blockchain and crypto projects joined the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai and unveiled initiatives focusing on contributing to the fight against climate change.

Dec 7, 2023

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Blockchain’s positive impact on sustainable development: Solana Breakpoint

Regenerative economy and finance projects are tapping into blockchain technology for increased utility, transparency and decentralization.

Nov 8, 2023

Gareth Jenkinson

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Bitcoin mining can help reduce up to 8% of global emissions: Report

The report highlighted that Bitcoin mining can convert wasted methane emissions into less harmful emissions.

Sep 22, 2023