TD₿: Bitcoin powers sustainable energy infrastructure in rural Africa (an article) by Ana Nicenko
TL;DR: Hydro-electric "Mini-grids" that mine Bitcoin in Africa are bringing electricity to rural areas where no other grids have reach. 500 million people live in such areas.
Hey Bitcoiners,
Bitcoin does different amazing things for different people in different parts of the world. Its connection to clean energy is remarkable, and I’ll continue sharing articles about this phenomenon as there are so many things happening. Here’s one article that shows how Bitcoin mining is bringing electricity to rural communities in Africa that are out of reach of the existing electric grids there.
Enjoy!
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Cory Klippsten
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