Triscari, Carlotta (A.A. 2023/2024) Environmental impacts of cryptocurrencies: analysis and strategies for sustainable futures. Tesi di Laurea in Sustainable development, energy & climate, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Aldo Ravazzi Douvan, pp. 56. [Bachelor's Degree Thesis]

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Overview of cryptocurrencies and the blockchain system. Blockchain, cryptocurrencies and consensus mechanism. History of cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin market numerically speaking. The environmental impact of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. Overview of the minig process and its energy impact. Comparison between the energy consumption of cryptocurrencies and traditional financial systems. Cryptocurrency energy consumption: impact on environmental sustainability and agenda 2030 goals. Solutions and alternatives for sustainable cryptocurrency. Emerging technologies to reduce environmental impact: proff of work vs. proof of stake. Sustainabilitty initiatives in the cryptocurrency sector. Case studies.

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Bibliografia: pp. 54-56.

Thesis Type:	Bachelor's Degree Thesis
Institution:	Luiss Guido Carli
Degree Program:	Bachelor's Degree Programs > Bachelor's Degree Program in Economics and Business, English language (L-33)
Chair:	Sustainable development, energy & climate
Thesis Supervisor:	Ravazzi Douvan, Aldo
Academic Year:	2023/2024
Session:	Summer
Deposited by:	Alessandro Perfetti
Date Deposited:	13 Nov 2024 14:00
Last Modified:	13 Nov 2024 14:00
URI:	https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/40380

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