Energy Infrastructure

Definition ∞ Energy infrastructure comprises the fundamental systems and facilities required for the generation, transmission, and distribution of energy. This includes power generation plants, electrical grids, and the networks for fuel supply. It forms the backbone of modern industrial and residential power provision.
Context ∞ The energy consumption associated with proof-of-work cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, places considerable demands on existing energy infrastructure. This situation frequently sparks public discourse regarding environmental sustainability and grid stability. News reports regularly highlight the ecological footprint of mining operations, the increasing adoption of renewable energy sources by crypto miners, and governmental proposals addressing energy usage within the digital asset sector.