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The energy it uses right now for full nodes and all the other infrastructure minus the energy it uses for the proof of work. If the proof of work is replaced by

by est31 6y ago

The energy it uses right now for full nodes and all the other infrastructure minus the energy it uses for the proof of work. If the proof of work is replaced by another proof mechanism, like proof of stake, it could be applauded.

wskinner 6y ago
Why is that the right amount? Does proof of work have no value at all?
- wmf 6y ago
  If PoW provides the same security level as PoS then the marginal value of PoW is indeed zero (or negative due to the energy waste).
  - wskinner 6y ago
    Very true. Is it the case that PoW provides the same security value as PoS?