Amidst growing environmental concerns, legislators are calling for innovative solutions to address the carbon footprint of data centers and cryptocurrency mining, especially as it relates to Bitcoin’s future. A draft bill titled ‘The Clean Cloud Act’ aims to implement stricter regulations on energy consumption at these facilities. This legislation proposes penalizing facilities exceeding federal energy benchmarks set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Proponents argue that this action will enable the U.S. to remain a global leader in AI innovation while safeguarding valuable resources for future generations. However, the bill has faced criticism from the crypto community who argue it unfairly targets Bitcoin miners due to their significant energy demands. Despite facing challenges and an uncertain fate as it awaits Senate approval, this legislation reflects growing pressure on the industry to adopt sustainable practices, a trend highlighted by the shift in Bitcoin mining towards AI-driven HPC services like those offered by Galaxy and Terawulf, who are increasingly utilizing these technologies for enhanced efficiency. While Bitcoin miners are grappling with increased costs and regulatory pressures in the U.S., countries like Pakistan are actively capitalizing on surplus electricity to boost Bitcoin mining and AI data center development. 1