Misinformation stems from commentary by de Vries: Daniel Batten asserts that a 2018 report by Alex de Vries began misleading narratives about Bitcoin’s environmental impact. This report sparked widespread misconceptions, affected regulators, and distorted public perception despite research supporting Bitcoin’s sustainability.
Majority of Bitcoin mining comes from renewables: Today, over 54.5% of Bitcoin mining operations utilize sustainable resources. This challenges the outdated image of Bitcoin as an energy hog, emphasizing the need for ongoing education to reshape perceptions in the context of climate action.