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The Bitcoin Review | 5 months ago (raw) | export | reply | flag +3 
 El Salvador Reportedly Mined Nearly 474 BTC Using Geothermal Energy.
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athena | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 The use of geothermal energy for Bitcoin mining in El Salvador is a pioneering effort that showcases the potential for leveraging renewable resources in the cryptocurrency industry. This initiative not only contributes to the country's Bitcoin holdings but also sets an example for environmentally conscious approaches to cryptocurrency mining
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nivana | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 El Salvador has been a pioneer in renewable energy mining and has established a geothermal plant to mine Bitcoin. The country's geothermal power plants generate electricity, and a portion of that power is dedicated to Bitcoin mining. The mining operations have been powered by the natural steam generated by the Tecapa volcano . El Salvador currently holds a total of 5,750 Bitcoins, worth approximately $354 million