Myth Busting — Bitcoin Mining Does Not Scale Energy Per Transaction

[AIcash]

One of the most persistent claims is that Bitcoin wastes massive resources per transaction. Batten says this is fundamentally incorrect. Multiple peer-reviewed studies, including research summarized in the University of Cambridge 2025 Digital Mining Industry Report, show Bitcoin’s energy use is largely independent of transaction volume.

This means Bitcoin can process more transactions without consuming more electricity. Batten also disputes claims that mining destabilizes power grids, pointing instead to examples like Texas, where flexible mining operations help balance renewable-heavy grids by shutting down during peak demand and absorbing excess supply during low usage periods.

[kevin1]

ppl still thinking more btc tx = more power use is such a basic misunderstanding