diff --git a/assets/jsconfig.json b/assets/jsconfig.json index fb2c4db..ba5082d 100644 --- a/assets/jsconfig.json +++ b/assets/jsconfig.json @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ "baseUrl": ".", "paths": { "*": [ - "../../../.cache/hugo_cache/modules/filecache/modules/pkg/mod/github.com/!cai!jimmy/hugo-theme-stack/v3@v3.21.0/assets/*" + "../../.cache/hugo_cache/modules/filecache/modules/pkg/mod/github.com/!cai!jimmy/hugo-theme-stack/v3@v3.23.0/assets/*" ] } } diff --git a/content/categories/Nature/_index.md b/content/categories/Nature/_index.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0373100 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/categories/Nature/_index.md @@ -0,0 +1,11 @@ +--- +title: Tech & Nature +description: Tech and the environment +image: cover.png + +# Badge style +style: + background: "#1d301d" + color: "#fff" +--- + diff --git a/content/categories/Nature/cover.png b/content/categories/Nature/cover.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b3603a8 Binary files /dev/null and b/content/categories/Nature/cover.png differ diff --git a/content/post/crypto/cover.jpg b/content/post/crypto/cover.jpg new file mode 100644 index 0000000..fa9d2cb Binary files /dev/null and b/content/post/crypto/cover.jpg differ diff --git a/content/post/crypto/index.md b/content/post/crypto/index.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..7bcbe63 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/post/crypto/index.md @@ -0,0 +1,25 @@ +--- +title: The impact of cryptocurrency on our environment +description: How crypto enthusiasts and NFTs contribute to environmental degradation +slug: crypto +date: 2024-03-08 00:00:00+0000 +image: cover.jpg +categories: + - Nature +tags: + - Nature +weight: 1 +--- + +## The Energy Issue: + +Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin use a lot of energy, which isn't great for the environment. In fact, Bitcoin alone uses about as much electricity as 21% of Germany's total! Most of this energy comes from not-so-good-for-the-planet sources like fossil fuels. +## Carbon Footprint: + +All that energy used by cryptocurrency mining creates a big problem: carbon emissions. These emissions are a big contributor to climate change and harm the environment. Many crypto miners rely on fossil fuels, which make things worse. +## Electronic Waste: + +With technology always advancing, there's a constant need for new mining equipment. But what happens to the old stuff? It becomes electronic waste, or e-waste. And if not handled properly, it can be really bad for the environment and our health because of toxic materials like lead and mercury. +## What Can We Do? + +NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) and new cryptocurrencies might sound exciting, but they often don't have much real-world use. Plus, many new coins end up crashing and are linked to scams. So, instead of adding more uncertain coins to the mix, we should focus on energy-efficient alternatives like Ethereum. If you want to get into cryptocurrency, think about choosing a trustworthy option that's better for the environment. And remember, investing in crypto can be risky, both financially and environmentally. So, it's essential to consider these factors before diving in. \ No newline at end of file