Bitcoin mining's "green turnaround": sustainable energy accounts for over 50%

2025-12-19 21:40:09

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【Crypto World】Recently, the topic of energy and Bitcoin has once again become popular. Some viewpoints suggest that “energy is the true currency,” which many industry insiders interpret as an endorsement of Bitcoin’s proof-of-work mechanism—after all, Bitcoin is closely linked to energy, and energy cannot be arbitrarily overissued.

Interestingly, this viewpoint has existed in the community for a long time. Several years ago, some emphasized the relationship between Bitcoin and energy, believing it to be the foundation of its store of value properties. However, due to concerns over energy consumption, some previous supporters changed their stance, and their attitudes shifted accordingly.

But the latest data offers a different perspective. According to Cambridge University’s latest 2025 research report, the proportion of sustainable energy used in Bitcoin mining has exceeded 50%. What does this mean? The mining industry is undergoing a “green transformation.”

From a controversial topic to an industry trend, the story of energy and Bitcoin continues.

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rugpull_ptsd

· 12-22 20:05

50% green energy? Sounds good, but who will verify this data? Is the Cambridge report really reliable? --- Here we go with the energy narrative again... Someone was touting something similar around this time last year, and what happened in the end? --- Alright, since the trend has changed, we have to follow along. Mining needs to be green and environmentally friendly; what's the next nonsense? --- Wait a minute, can these two be related? There are plenty of energy sources; why is Bitcoin considered the most special? --- Haha, this is really interesting. Back then, energy consumption was a crime, and now they're using energy to whitewash it. This is Web3! --- Over 50% now? I took a look at the data source, and it seems a bit suspicious... But believe it or not, it's up to you. --- To be honest, I don't quite understand this logic. Why does a high proportion of green energy prove Bitcoin's value? It seems a bit forced. --- To translate: Before they criticized mining for its energy consumption, now they say it's fine because they use green energy. This turnaround is amazing. --- Sustainable energy exceeding 50% is indeed a bit surprising, but that doesn't change my view on POW. --- Here we go again with the energy story... This narrative has circulated several times in the crypto world, and every time it sounds new.

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MEVHunterBearish

· 12-22 19:24

Is this 50% figure for real? It seems like those environmentalists should take a break now. But speaking of which, the logic of energy = currency is quite interesting. Is mining going green really that perfect? Don't get too carried away... At least Bitcoin doesn't have to be criticized so harshly anymore, haha. Is the Cambridge report reliable, or will it flip again?

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FrontRunFighter

· 12-22 07:07

yo so they're suddenly praising PoW energy consumption now that miners went green? that's the exact manipulation playbook fr—get attacked, rebrand as eco-friendly, same extraction mechanics underneath... cambridge data's looking sus tbh, who's funding that study again? 🤔 classic misdirection while MEV wars keep bleeding the system dry

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BlockImposter

· 12-19 22:09

Green turnaround? Haha, is it really a turnaround or just data fabrication? But that 50% figure does seem a bit interesting. --- Those who previously criticized mining for wasting energy should be eating their words now haha. --- I've never really understood the logic that energy = currency. Can someone explain it to me? --- Can we trust the Cambridge University report? It feels like their data has been changing over the past few years. --- As expected, they still rely on sustainable energy to whitewash. Otherwise, they really can't attract new people. --- Wait, is it true that over 50% of energy is sustainable? I feel like that's a bit exaggerated. --- Environmentalists should have no grounds to argue now, although I think they will still have opinions. --- The promised green Bitcoin is here, but the price remains the same. No matter how green the energy is, it can't change the cost of mining.

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ZenChainWalker

· 12-19 22:07

Green mining exceeds 50%, now those environmental police should shut up... But on the other hand, could the data be manipulated, and can we trust research reports like this?

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ShitcoinArbitrageur

· 12-19 22:06

50% of sustainable energy? Now those who criticize Bitcoin for its energy consumption should shut up, right? Facepalm. --- Switching to green energy sounds good, but how do we verify the actual data? We still need market validation. --- I've understood the logic that energy equals currency a long time ago. Now there's finally data to support it. --- Honestly, I'm a bit surprised. I didn't expect it to surpass 50% so quickly. It seems the mining industry is really iterating. --- It's another data point from Cambridge University. This time, it's good news, haha. --- What can the opponents say now? This turn of events is quite interesting. --- Sustainable energy accounting for over 50%? I need to reevaluate this sector. --- Environmental protection is becoming increasingly important. If you don't keep up, you'll be eliminated. --- The combination of proof of work and green energy is indeed quite solid.

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FUDwatcher

· 12-19 22:00

To be honest, green mining was heavily criticized a couple of years ago, but now that the data is out, no one is saying anything anymore. Those who were bearish before must be feeling awkward now. The energy-based logic has actually always been valid. 50% is not enough, but at least the direction is right, and we won't have to be constantly dissed by environmentalists anymore.

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GateUser-44a00d6c

· 12-19 21:50

50% is still a bit low, gotta keep pushing, or else it's easy to be criticized.

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ImpermanentPhobia

· 12-19 21:45

50%啊，看来那群FUD狗真得闭嘴了，绿能转身这波确实没吹牛 --- Energy = Currency logic has long been accepted, PoW is the essence of hard currency --- Just over 50%? I thought it would be higher, but this trend has indeed reversed --- What about those who previously criticized Bitcoin for high energy consumption? Now they should eat shit haha --- Green mining should have come earlier, is it a bit slow now that it's only about half?

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