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Greenpeace USA released an explosive new report criticizing the environmental impact of Bitcoin mining, particularly its alleged support for dirty coal and gas plants and ties to right-wing climate deniers. The report, which has been accused of spreading misinformation and causing reputational damage to Greenpeace, sparked controversy and backlash within the Bitcoin community. Community notes highlighted factual errors and outdated information, suggesting that the report, funded by Chris Larsen, contained a biased perspective against Bitcoin. The debate underscores the growing tension between environmental advocacy and the cryptocurrency sector's energy consumption, with references to the 'Skull of Satoshi' and the 'Mining Power report' indicating the depth of the controversy.
Thanks to @Dennis_Porter_ & @DSBatten for flagging the @Ripple-funded GreenpeaceUSA anti-#Bitcoin report which, among other things, falsely claims that I and @FREOPP are opposed to tackling climate change. On our Mission page (https://t.co/5VOB6AENWn) we express that a… https://t.co/TJPZwskvQB
🚨 #Greenpeace USA's report on #Bitcoin and its environmental impact has drawn criticism, marked by the community notes which claims that the report contains factual errors and outdated information. The community feedback suggests that the energy used by Bitcoin mining is… https://t.co/ihbX7JUey9
NEW: Greenpeace USA got exposed by Community notes for spreading fud against #Bitcoin You Come At the King, You Best Not Miss 👏 https://t.co/LqdtVxcavx