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Can cryptocurrencies ever be green?

Written by Jean Bessala, Lecturer in Finance, Salford Business School, University of Salford

Cryptocurrencies have been condemned over their environmental record at a time when traditional investments have been rapidly moving towards greener environmental, social and governance (ESG) values. So how long will it be until crypto earns its green credentials?

Green investments are assets like bonds that pay for projects...

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