On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK
The UK's Bitcoin policy conversation
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On the Record by Bitcoin Policy UK
Bitcoin Collective Interview: How Bitcoin Can Monetise The UK’s Stranded Energy
This podcast episode was originally published by the Bitcoin Collective on 2 January 2025.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peyZD6EYmg0
In this episode, Jordan Walker and Nick Bowick 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.
Content from the episode:
BPUK Paper: https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/aea8e937-fd18-400f-afd9-c3513112c757/downloads/d3850229-208c-4385-9b86-2e82fd55cc6c/UK%20Power%20Grid%20Bitcoin%20Mining%20as%20a%20Demand%20Side%20.pdf
Cost of Electricity in the UK: https://www.ft.com/content/cfd77e84-5...
Jordan’s letter to the Scottish Gov: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/b...
Princeton Paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science...
Nick's Episode on WBD: • Why Bitcoin’s Design Fixes Money with Nich...
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