#GoldMining, exemplified by operations like #Grasberg, often inflicts severe environmental damage. The Grasberg mine in Indonesia has caused extensive deforestation, pollution of rivers with toxic chemicals like mercury and cyanide, and habitat destruction for endangered species.
Moreover, the energy-intensive processes involved in gold extraction contribute significantly to carbon emissions and climate change. In contrast, Bitcoin mining, although energy-intensive, can be powered by renewable energy sources, mitigating its environmental impact.
Additionally, Bitcoin mining doesn't involve physical extraction or habitat destruction, making it comparatively less detrimental to the environment than traditional gold mining practices like those seen in operations like Grasberg.