Identifying the key drivers of Bitcoin's emissions

This study examines the environmental impact of blockchain technology operating under the Proof-of-Work (PoW) algorithm, with a focus on Bitcoin's (BTC) carbon footprint.

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Environmental Science Advances
Published
2025-10-24
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https://doi.org/10.1039/d5va00143a
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Blockchain Technology Applications and Security
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Identifying the key drivers of Bitcoin's emissions

Halil Özekicioğlu, Gamze Alkan
Environmental Science Advances
Blockchain Technology Applications and Security
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Identifying the key drivers of Bitcoin's emissions

Halil Özekicioğlu, Gamze Alkan
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Abstract

This study examines the environmental impact of blockchain technology operating under the Proof-of-Work (PoW) algorithm, with a focus on Bitcoin's (BTC) carbon footprint.

Environmental Science AdvancesVol. 5(1)
University of Groningen (NL), Akdeniz University (TR)
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Türkiye Bilimsel ve Teknolojik Araştırma Kurumu
Openalex Percentile: Top 56%
Blockchain Technology Applications and Security
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