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The construction of the world’s largest Bitcoin mining facility in Corsicana, <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/texas-residents-challenge-bitcoin-mining-industrys-impact-on-power-grid-and-communities/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Texas</a>, has ignited fierce opposition from local residents. Led by the Texas Coalition Against Cryptomining (TCAC), protestors are voicing concerns about the potential environmental and social impacts of <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/riot-platforms-to-boost-efficiency-with-midas-immersion-coolings/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Riot</a> Platforms’ massive project. Complaints range from the anticipated noise pollution to fears of lowered property values and excessive strain on the local power grid. Jackie Sawicky, founder of the TCAC, has been at the forefront of the protests, arguing that the mine will disrupt the quiet, rural lifestyle of Corsicana residents and bring unwelcome industrial noise.
These concerns are not without precedent. In Granbury, Texas, residents near a smaller Bitcoin mining facility owned by <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/marathon-digital-to-boost-energy-efficiency-with-s19-xp-miners/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Marathon</a> Digital Holdings have reported severe noise issues, with some claiming that the constant hum of mining rigs has caused health problems like tinnitus and insomnia. Despite the company’s efforts to mitigate noise by implementing liquid immersion cooling technology, the problem persists, leading to multiple noise complaints and even a criminal trial. While the facility’s manager was acquitted, residents remain skeptical that the new Corsicana facility will fare any better. As the debate over Bitcoin mining’s environmental and social costs intensifies, Texas communities are demanding greater transparency and stronger regulatory oversight.

Protests Erupt Over Noise and Environmental Impact of Texas Bitcoin Mines

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