Article 6EBSQ Burning tires and bridges: US residents ‘shocked’ by firm’s bitcoin-mining plan

Burning tires and bridges: US residents ‘shocked’ by firm’s bitcoin-mining plan

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Aliya Uteuova
from Environment | The Guardian on (#6EBSQ)

Stronghold Digital Mining contends it is repurposing waste material, but those living near by are outraged by the proposal

A crypto-mining company in Pennsylvania is seeking to burn tires to produce bitcoin, prompting an outcry from residents and environmental groups.

Stronghold Digital Mining says it is repurposing waste materials, while opponents worry about the risks of emissions to human health.

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