The Energy Crisis Connection
Pakistan’s electricity shortfall (up to 6,000 MW) clashes with Bitcoin mining’s demands:
1 Bitcoin transaction = Power for 1 Pakistani household for 3 months.
Global Impact: Bitcoin’s annual energy use (151 TWh) exceeds Pakistan’s total consumption (125 TWh).
Local Consequences
Air Pollution
Coal-powered mining in Punjab emits 2.5 kg CO₂ per kWh.
Example: Lahore’s smog worsened by illegal mining farms.
Grid Overloads
Frequent outages in Karachi are due to unauthorized mining rigs.
E-Waste
Obsolete ASIC miners contribute to Pakistan’s 50 K-ton e-waste problem.
Sustainable Alternatives
EcoCare recommends:
Solar Mining: Pilot in Sukkur using 50 kW solar arrays (ROI: 2 years).
Carbon Offsetting: Partner with 10 Billion Tree Tsunami to neutralize emissions.
Policy Reform: Ban fossil-fueled mining (modeled after China’s 2021 crackdown).
Source : Fikar-e-Sultan
