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An environmental group has filed a lawsuit against Stronghold Digital Mining Inc., alleging that its bitcoin mining operation in northeastern Pennsylvania, which utilizes waste coal and old tires for energy, is causing pollution. The lawsuit claims that the pollution is affecting nearby communities with harmful chemicals. The case has drawn attention to the environmental impact of crypto mining, a sector that has been criticized for its energy consumption and potential to harm local ecosystems.
NEW: Environmental group sues #Bitcoin miner âď¸ Stronghold Digital alleging their đşđ¸ northeastern Pennsylvania #Bitcoin mining farm, powered by waste coal and tires, pollutes nearby communities with harmful chemicals, per Reuters. https://t.co/wgSYZwZY8w
An environmental community group sued Stronghold Digital Mining Inc, claiming the company's bitcoin mine in northeastern Pennsylvania that burns waste coal and old tires for energy is polluting nearby communities with dangerous chemicals @ClarkMindock https://t.co/uSMav10baM https://t.co/XI54stpagh
Crypto Miner, Pennsylvania Hit With Lawsuit Over Pollution From Bitcoin Mine https://t.co/Q0JMxbozi7
