B.C. pauses electricity connections for crypto mining, citing ‘massive’ consumption

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B.C. government pauses electricity connections from new cryptocurrency mining operations for next 18 months

The British Columbia government is temporarily suspending requests for electricity connections from cryptocurrency mining operations, saying the decision is aimed at preserving the power supply while supporting climate action and economic goals.

It says the 18-month suspension will give the province and BC Hydro time to engage with industry and First Nations as a permanent framework for cryptocurrency operations is developed.

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