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What is behind-the-meter mining?

Behind-the-meter mining is mining connected directly to a power plant, taking electricity before it reaches the grid's meter.

How it works

The mine sits beside a generator, such as a gas plant, hydro dam, wind or solar farm, and buys its output directly. It may or may not also have a grid connection.

Why it matters

It avoids transmission charges and can use power that would otherwise be wasted or sold at a loss. It ties the mine to one generator's output.

Related terms

All terms: the Bitcoin mining glossary.

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