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Bhutan shakes up energy mix with green power — and Bitcoin

Heather Ng
The tiny Himalayan kingdom is diversifying beyond hydroelectricity by investing in solar, geothermal and other renewables, as it taps surplus energy to fuel a big bet on cryptocurrencies.
Bhutan shakes up energy mix with green power — and Bitcoin

For decades, Bhutan relied on hydropower to meet all its energy needs. But seasonal shortages during winter—when rainfall is low—have highlighted the need for alternative energy sources. 

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