Bitcoin miners have until 2027 to prove they deserve power on America’s overloaded grid

Bitcoin miners are facing a real-world test of their ability to improve the electricity grid. The US Energy Information Administration projects electricity consumption will climb from 4,195 billion kilowatt-hours in 2025 to 4,269 billion in 2026 and 4,399 billion in 2027. The agency ties the increase to AI data centers, cryptocurrency operations, and broader electrification, [ ]