Energy

Bitcoin Mining

The Last Word on Bitcoin’s Energy Consumption

What people fail to consider when they criticize Bitcoin's electricity footprint, according to our columnist.

Business  ·  19 May 2020
China

Chinese City Known for Bitcoin Mining Seeks Blockchain Firms to Burn Excess Hydropower

A Chinese city in the world's bitcoin mining hub is publicly encouraging the blockchain industry to help consume excessive hydroelectricity.

News  ·  28 April 2020
ERC-20

Power Ledger Inks Deal to Allow French Consumers to Customize Green Energy Mix

The Australian firm is breaking into the European market with a new partnership that enhances the tracking and certification of green energy.

Business  ·  8 April 2020
Security

From Banking Giants to Tech Darlings, China Reveals Over 500 Enterprise Blockchain Projects

As President Xi called on China to seize blockchain opportunities, industry heavyweights are already leading hundreds of enterprise projects.

Policy & regulation  ·  28 October 2019
Europe

Ford Test Driving Blockchain for Energy-Efficient Vehicles

Ten vehicles have been outfitted with geofencing and blockchain capabilities to monitor their fuel efficiency in low-emission zones.

Business  ·  15 October 2019
Startups

Steve Wozniak Has Joined an Energy-Focused Blockchain Startup in Malta

The Apple co-founder has joined his second blockchain enterprise, one targeting more efficient use of energy.

Business  ·  19 July 2019
Investments

Oil Giant Shell Invests in Startup That Uses Blockchain Tech for Energy Tracking

A blockchain startup that says it's working to give energy consumers more choice has raised an undisclosed sum from Shell and Sumitomo Group.

Business  ·  11 July 2019
Security

US Energy Department Eyes Blockchain to Prevent Power Plant Cyberattacks

A U.S. Department of Energy lab is exploring blockchain technology as a line of defense against cyberattacks on power plants.

Policy & regulation  ·  11 April 2019
Smart Contracts

Bosch and Wien Energie Demo Blockchain-Powered Refrigerator

Electronics giant Bosch and power supplier Wien Energie have revealed a blockchain fridge aimed to enable better control of electricity consumption.

Business  ·  5 April 2019
Gas

Russian Gas Giant Gazprom to Execute Business Contracts on a Blockchain

Russian state-owned gas giant Gazprom may soon begin using blockchain to execute and monitor contracts as part of its digitization plans.

Business  ·  5 April 2019
News

Fujitsu Claims 40% Efficiency Boost for Blockchain Electricity Exchange

Japanese IT giant Fujitsu has developed a blockchain-based exchange system that it says produces a more stable energy supply at peak periods.

Business  ·  30 January 2019
Department of Energy

US Department of Energy to Fund Blockchain Research Projects

The U.S. Department of Energy is offering funding of up to $4.8 million for fossil energy research, including blockchain applications.

Business  ·  9 January 2019
Commodities

Blockchain Oil Trading Platform Backed by Shell and BP Is Now Live

A blockchain platform built by a group of major firms to bring new efficiencies to energy commodities trading has gone live.

Business  ·  29 November 2018
Commodities

Shell, BP Back Blockchain Platform to Modernize Commodities Trading

Oil giants Shell and BP are among a group of firms planning to launch a blockchain platform to automate post-trade processes in the energy industry.

Business  ·  13 November 2018
Ethereum

Ethereum Energy Project Now Powers 700 Households in 10 Cities

Little-known ethereum project Lition is live and quietly helping German citizens hunt down cheaper energy options.

Tech  ·  5 November 2018