Banks Use More Energy Than Bitcoin

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Banks use more energy than Bitcoin according to recent studies comparing global financial systems. Traditional banking infrastructure requires massive energy consumption for physical branches, data centers, ATMs, and transportation networks.

The Bitcoin network\“s energy usage has been extensively debated, but research shows traditional banking systems consume significantly more energy when considering their entire operational footprint. Banks maintain thousands of physical locations worldwide, each requiring lighting, heating, cooling, and electronic systems.

Additionally, banking data centers process millions of transactions daily, consuming substantial electricity. The transportation network supporting cash distribution, armored vehicles, and employee commutes adds to banks\“ energy footprint.

While Bitcoin mining does require energy, it\“s important to note that much of this energy comes from renewable sources and stranded power that would otherwise go unused. The Bitcoin network provides global financial services with a potentially more efficient energy profile compared to traditional banking alternatives.