British Columbia Bans New Crypto Mining Connections to Power Grid

The British Columbia government has implemented a ban on new cryptocurrency mining connections to the BC Hydro power grid, citing an unprecedented surge in electricity demand. This move forms part of a broader legislative initiative aimed at stimulating the economy and ensuring a stable power supply for key sectors. The new regulations, effective fall 2025, will impose limits on power available to data centers and artificial intelligence (AI) facilities while permanently banning new BC Hydro connections for crypto miners.