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Monetising The UK’s Stranded Energy - Nick Bowick (Ep #171)

The Bitcoin Collective
The Bitcoin Collective
Episode • Jan 2 • 1h 1m

In this episode, we discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding renewable energy in the UK, particularly in relation to the existing power grid and the transition to a more sustainable energy system.

Exploring the complexities of energy production, the importance of systems engineering, and innovative solutions, particularly the role of Bitcoin mining as a means to utilise excess energy and reduce curtailment costs. 


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Content from the episode:

BPUK Paper: https://uk.bitcoinpolicy.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bitcoin-Mining-UK-Analysis-Aug-2024.pdf

Cost of Electricity in the UK: https://www.ft.com/content/cfd77e84-5d5b-47ae-96bd-9973b1c18662

Jordan’s letter to the Scottish Gov: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/bitcoin-is-the-answer-for-scotland

Princeton Paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2666278724000084

Nick's Episode on WBD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sSviLJ2dNo

Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-bowick-a0092a4a/ & https://x.com/DarthPeebles


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