Summary
TLDR: The EIA Emergency Cryptocurrency Mining Facilities survey has been temporarily halted, but the final outcome is still undecided. The survey requires detailed information from mining facility operators, and a lawsuit is ongoing. The EIA is also seeking a 3-year extension to data collection requirements. Public comments are open until April 9, 2024, and concerns include off-grid mining operations, privacy risks, grid stability, and burden on mining operations. Submit respectful and concise comments if you run a commercial mining operation.
Key Points
1. The EIA Emergency Cryptocurrency Mining Facilities survey requires monthly reporting of information from mining facility operators, including power price, electricity available, power drawn, and details on mining hardware.
2. The temporary halt of the survey by Federal District Judge Alan Alright in Waco, Texas is a positive development, but the final outcome of the lawsuit is still pending, with a hearing scheduled for tomorrow.
3. In parallel to the emergency survey, the EIA is seeking a 3-year extension to data collection requirements, with an open comment period until April 9, 2024. This extension is not affected by the lawsuit outcome and will proceed regardless.