​Bitcoin Mining Shutdown Caused 20% Surge In Norwegian Electricity Bills – Tyler Durden

Bitcoin Mining Shutdown Caused 20% Surge In Norwegian Electricity Bills Authored by Vivek Sun via BitcoinMagazine.com, The closure of a Bitcoin mining facility in the Norwegian town of Hadsel has led to a 20% increase in electricity bills for residents. The mine was shut down after the municipality declined to renew its permit due to noise complaints. Kryptovault operated the mining facility for 20% of local power company Noranett’s revenue. With the loss of its largest customer, Noranett is raising prices for households to compensate. Locals had complained for years about noise from the mine’s cooling fans. However, due to the closure,…  — Continue at ZeroHedge News : Read More