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Bitcoin Mining Shutdown Cause 20% Surge in Electricity Bills
by
larry_vw_1955
on 19/09/2024, 09:51:45 UTC
Locals had complained for years about noise from the mine's cooling fans. However, due to the closure, residents are now faced with paying several hundred dollars more per year for electricity.

https://bitcoinmagazine.com/business/bitcoin-mining-shutdown-cause-20-surge-in-electricity-bills

So people in Norway had to suffer through noise pollution for years thanks to bitcoin and now they get a gift of having a bigger bill every month.

The company estimates bills could rise by up to $300 monthly.