Author: Anton Ragin 2021-05-17 23:02:07
Published on: 2021-05-17T23:02:07+00:00
The discussion on the Bitcoin-dev mailing list centered around the idea of making transactions only mineable by certified "green" miners, which was met with criticism due to potential centralization issues and the unfeasibility of allowing an unbounded number of optional certificates in transactions. However, an adaptation of the idea was proposed involving holding an unbonded list of certificates of preferred miners, with a minimum fee dependent on the number of attached certificates. While overlay networks were suggested as an alternative solution for users who want to select their preferred miners, it was noted that this may result in delays and inconvenience. The discussion also touched on the issue of carbon credits and voluntary carbon offset markets, with some members expressing interest in green crypto initiatives. Overall, while the idea of green miner certification has its challenges, the discussion highlights the importance of considering environmental concerns in the development of blockchain technology.
Updated on: 2023-06-14T21:51:25.314917+00:00