A Study of Bitcoin Mining’s True Cost: Environmental, Economic, and Grid-Level Impacts of Mining
The USA is the global leader in Bitcoin mining electricity expenses, spending over $10.8 billion annually, far exceeding any other country. China and Kazakhstan follow, spending $4.4 billion and $2.8 billion, respectively. Canada and Russia also stand out with significant expenditures—Canada spends nearly $1.5 billion, driven by relatively high energy costs, while Russia contributes over…