EEI 2022 Cryptocurrency: Partnering With ‘Miners’ to Meet Energy, Environmental Demands

The exponential growth of cryptocurrencies and their consequent need for more energy presents significant opportunities and challenges for electric companies. With the United States now the epicenter for cryptocurrency mining, the issue has gained attention from Congress, statehouses, and others. The ability to meet rising demand while achieving clean energy goals will require energy providers and crypto miners to partner in creative solutions. The panel will highlight existing partnerships and future opportunities. Bob Rowe, CEO, NorthWestern Energy (Moderator), Tad Piper, CFO, Compute North, Etienne Snyman, EVP of Power, Applied Blockchain