Eco-Friendly Blockchain Solutions and Carbon Footprint Analysis
Based on the information currently available to us, the devices used by G6 Networks offer a highly eco-friendly solution for running blockchain, especially when compared to other methods. In selecting our equipment, we prioritized environmental consciousness, aiming for optimal performance with minimal energy consumption. As a result, our devices maintain a notably low carbon footprint, even when multiple units are operating simultaneously across the globe.
The carbon footprint per kilowatt-hour varies by technological approach and thus adheres to different emission standards across countries and regions. For this reason, we determine an average value, taking examples from countries with strict regulations, with a current average of 0.475 kg CO₂/kWh.
Our devices' energy consumption can be divided into various load phases, each with different power requirements:
Idle state: 8 watts
Minimum load: approximately 20 watts
Medium load: 55 watts
Maximum load: up to 80 watts
According to our available tests, the devices may experience the following loads over a 24-hour period:
Idle state (insignificant load): 4 hours
Minimum load: 10 hours
Medium load: 7 hours
Maximum load: 3 hours
From this information, we can calculate the annual carbon footprint per device as follows:
Idle (8 watts for 4 hours daily): Daily energy = 8 W × 4 hours = 32 Wh
Minimum Load (20 watts for 10 hours daily): Daily energy = 20 W × 10 hours = 200 Wh
Medium Load (55 watts for 7 hours daily): Daily energy = 55 W × 7 hours = 385 Wh
Maximum Load (80 watts for 3 hours daily): Daily energy = 80 W × 3 hours = 240 Wh
Total daily energy consumption = 32 Wh + 200 Wh + 385 Wh + 240 Wh = 857 Wh = 0.857 kWh
This results in an annual consumption per device of: 0.857 kWh/day × 365 days = 312.80 kWh
With the current carbon emission factor per kilowatt-hour, we can calculate the carbon emissions per device: Annual carbon emissions = 312.80 kWh × 0.475 kg CO₂/kWh = 148.58 kg CO₂
It is important to note that energy production varies by country, so this value may be higher or lower depending on regional factors. Depending on specific needs, G6 Networks infrastructures will contain varying numbers of devices. To calculate the exact carbon footprint of a particular infrastructure, the above-mentioned result should be multiplied by the number of devices.
Carbon Emission Comparison:
To put things into perspective, here’s a comparison of carbon emissions:
Regular Car: A typical gasoline car emits approximately 2.1 metric tonnes (2,100 kg) of CO₂ per year, based on an average driving distance of 13,500 miles.
Bitcoin Mining Rig: The carbon footprint of a Bitcoin mining rig varies, but a single mining machine can emit between 900 kg and 2,100 kg of CO₂ annually, depending on the energy source and operational conditions.
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