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IMF Economists Suggest Electricity Tax to Lower Crypto and AI Environmental Impact

IMF Economists Suggest Electricity Tax to Lower Crypto and AI Environmental Impact

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Source: Bitcoin.com

IMF Economists Suggest Electricity Tax to Lower Crypto and AI Environmental ImpactInternational Monetary Fund (IMF) economists have warned of the environmental impact of crypto mining and AI data centers, which are projected to increase global electricity consumption to 3.5% by 2027, leading to higher carbon emissions. Proposing a targeted electricity tax, the authors estimate a potential reduction in emissions by 100 million tons annually, while generating […]

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Author: Kevin Helms