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The importance of sustainability: Why eco-friendly blockchains are the future

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As more and more decentralized applications (DApps), such as GameFi, DeFi, NFTs, and more, are being developed, heated discussions about the environmental impact of blockchain and cryptocurrency have reignited once more. Especially after China’s crackdown on cryptocurrency mining activities, public debates about blockchain and crypto-related energy consumption rates have reached a climax.

Proof of Work’s environmental impact

Since the birth of Bitcoin, the Proof of Work (PoW) consensus mechanism has always been fundamental to the security of blockchain networks. This consensus is reached through computing power, commonly referred to as hash rate.

Over time as blockchain technology is being adopted by the world, the energy consumption rate of the entire blockchain network has skyrocketed, leading to significant environmental costs. The University of Cambridge estimates that Bitcoin mining consumes about 130 TWh per year, accounting for about 0.1% of the world’s total primary energy consumption.

As far as DApp development is concerned, energy consumption-related environmental issues are mostly derived from Ethereum mining, since Ethereum is a PoW blockchain with the largest ecosystem full of projects in varying sizes. With the recent London hard fork, the transition to Ethereum 2.0-a complete Proof of Stake (PoS) blockchain, will be completed as early as 2022. As a result, the current energy consumption per transaction on Ethereum is about 35 kWh, which is equivalent to the energy consumption of a single person in developing countries for 3 days.

The true cost of DApp transactions

While mass crypto adoption is happening around the world, DApps and their applicability will eventually catch up. New projects such as wealth management applications, lending platforms, decentralized exchanges (DEX), NFT-inspired metaverses, and more, that are gradually taking over social media and our lives are the ultimate proof. If you have been paying attention to what’s happening around you, the crypto community’s passion and loyalty towards decentralized, immutable technology are clearly reflected in the real world.

That is certainly good news for crypto enthusiasts, but for the environment, it’s an entirely different story. Take NFTs for example. Memo Atken, a digital artist and engineer, estimates that the true cost of an NFT is much higher than a typical energy consumption of a transaction on Ethereum (35 kWh). He believes that NFT-related transactions will cost much more because all NFTs have to be minted and exchanged multiple times on the blockchain.

He is certainly correct. In fact, an NFT’s creation and distribution do not only consist of a simple mint and sale process. There will be many subsequent transactions made by collectors and traders, which makes the average carbon footprint of each NFT close to 340kWh (an average of 211 kg of CO2), equivalent to a single person’s energy consumption in a developed country for more than a month.

Why eco-friendly blockchains are favored by developers

In early 2021, several public blockchains underwent considerable ecosystem expansion, such as ThunderCore, Solana, Polkadot, and Binance Smart Chain. These blockchains’ ecosystems are in full bloom, as decentralized projects like DAOs, Oracles, Token Bridges, DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, blockchain games, and more, are being deployed consistently. There are many reasons for the expansion of these networks, but one thing they all have in common is that none of them utilize a PoW consensus mechanism (meaning zero physical mining facilities are used). Instead, novel mechanisms, such as PoS, that allow on-chain staking and other models to replace PoW are applied.

Among them, the ThunderCore blockchain uses the state-of-the-art PoS consensus mechanism, PaLa, which not only solves the “scalability trilemma”, but also supports the chain’s entire ecosystem with cheap renewable energy. ThunderCore is an eco-friendly public blockchain, and its CO2 emissions, resulting from on-chain transactions, are reduced by more than 10,000x. For example, its block creation does not require the support of large amounts of energy resources like Bitcoin and Ethereum do. ThunderCore is also EVM compatible, which allows the rapid migration and deployment of Ethereum projects. With low gas fees (<$0.00001), sub-second confirmations, and 4,000+ TPS, ThunderCore has become a platform favored by developers from the world over.

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Agra Shiv Tour And Travels Marks 15 Years of Providing Trusted Car Rental in Agra

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India, 26th Aug 2026Agra Shiv Tour And Travels (ASTT), a locally established tour and transportation company with 15 years of experience, continues to provide professional Car Rental in Agra for tourists, families, business travellers, and local customers.

Over the past 15 years, Agra Shiv Tour And Travels has built its transportation services around reliable vehicles, experienced drivers, convenient booking, and personalised travel arrangements. The company provides chauffeur-driven cars for local sightseeing, airport and railway station transfers, outstation journeys, corporate travel, family trips, and customised tours.

15 Years of Experience in Car Rental in Agra

With 15 years in the travel and transportation industry, Agra Shiv Tour And Travels understands the different requirements of travellers visiting Agra. From first-time international visitors exploring the Taj Mahal to families planning multi-city journeys, ASTT provides transportation according to each customer’s itinerary.

Its Car Rental in Agra service includes a selection of sedans, SUVs, Toyota Innova, Innova Crysta and other vehicles, subject to availability and travel requirements.

Car Rental for Agra Sightseeing

Visitors can book a private chauffeur-driven car to explore major attractions such as the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh, Itmad-ud-Daulah, Akbar’s Tomb at Sikandra and Fatehpur Sikri.

Private car rental allows travellers to organise their sightseeing schedule more conveniently, including hotel pickup and drop-off and travel between attractions.

Local Transfers and Outstation Car Rental

Along with sightseeing, ASTT provides car rental for hotel transfers, Agra Cantt Railway Station pickup and drop, airport transfers, business travel, weddings and other local transportation requirements.

Outstation car rental is also available for popular routes connecting Agra with Delhi, Jaipur, Mathura, Vrindavan, Noida, Gurugram, Lucknow, Haridwar, Rishikesh and other destinations. Customers can arrange one-way, round-trip and multi-day travel based on their requirements.

Experience, Local Knowledge and Professional Service

Company: Agra Shiv Tour And Travels
Experience: 15 Years
Primary Service: Car Rental in Agra
Location: Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Phone / WhatsApp: +91-9759000249
Website: www.agrashivtourandtravels.com  

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Organization: Agra Shiv Tour And Travels (ASTT)

Contact Person: Shiv Kumar

Website: https://www.agrashivtourandtravels.com/

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Country:India

Release id:48422

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Ghanaian Royal and Business Delegation to Convene in Dallas for U.S.–Ghana Investment Symposium

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August 22–23 Dallas forum will connect Ghanaian project leaders with U.S. investors, technology companies and strategic partners to explore major opportunities in infrastructure, Smart Cities, energy, agriculture and industrial development.

Ghana, 26th Aug 2026 – A Ghanaian royal, business and project-development delegation will convene in Dallas, Texas, on August 22–23, 2026, for a high-level U.S.–Ghana Investment Business Symposium focused on building commercial partnerships between Ghanaian project managers and leaders and American investors, infrastructure developers, technology companies and strategic business partners.

Sponsored by Mr. Nick DeSilva, the symposium will showcase a portfolio of development opportunities spanning Smart Cities, renewable energy, transportation and logistics, agricultural industrialization, mineral processing, technology, Special Economic Zones and related infrastructure.

The Dallas engagement is being coordinated with Ambassador Dr. Erick Hall Sr., PhD, who is supporting international business development, investor relations and strategic partnership discussions associated with Ghana’s Smart City and other transformational development initiatives.

“Our objective is to move the conversation from opportunity to structured engagement,” said Ambassador Dr. Erick Hall Sr., PhD. “We want qualified investors and strategic partners to examine specific projects, understand their potential and identify opportunities for responsible, commercially viable collaboration.”

A Platform for Investment and Partnership

The symposium is designed to create a focused environment for investors and project sponsors to explore potential partnerships, technology solutions, financing strategies and pathways toward technical and commercial due diligence.

Areas of focus will include:

  • Artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure
  • Smart City and mixed-use urban development
  • Renewable and reliable energy systems
  • Rail, transportation, and logistics infrastructure
  • Agricultural industrialization and food-security systems
  • Mineral processing and value-added manufacturing
  • Special Economic Zones and export-oriented industries
  • Healthcare, education, housing, hospitality, and tourism
  • Data centers, fiber infrastructure, and technology ecosystems
  • Climate finance, green bonds, and carbon-credit opportunities

One of the featured initiatives will be the AMALI Green Industrial Corridor, a proposed private-sector-led development platform presented by His Excellency Ambassador Joel John Rawlings, Chief Executive Officer of AMALI Holdings Ltd and SPECIAL ENVOY FOR AFRICA ON TRADE, INDUSTRY, INVESTMENT AND STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT (NWAF).

The AMALI concept seeks to integrate renewable energy, heavy-haul rail, mining and mineral processing, agriculture, logistics, ports, industrial zones and Smart City development into a coordinated regional economic platform.

According to sponsor-prepared preliminary estimates, the broader concept represents a significant long-term infrastructure investment opportunity. Detailed capital requirements, financial projections, development phases, technical assumptions and potential investment structures will be presented separately to qualified investors and strategic partners for further consideration.

The project concept is intended to support Ghana’s industrial and economic development while strengthening connections to regional markets and supply chains across West Africa.

“The AMALI concept brings together infrastructure, energy, agriculture, mineral processing and logistics within a single development framework,” said His Excellency Ambassador Joel John Rawlings. The next prepared stage subjects the opportunity to rigorous technical, commercial and financial evaluation and to identify the right partners for its development.

Building U.S.–Ghana Commercial Relationships

The delegation’s Dallas visit is intended to strengthen commercial relationships between Ghana and the United States while creating opportunities for investment, technology transfer, infrastructure development, employment and regional trade.

“This delegation comes to America with a message of partnership and responsible development,” said HRH Dr. Nana Adjoa Akyekumaa I, Development Queen Mother of Gomoa Abonko. “We welcome investors and strategic partners who share our commitment to sustainable communities, modern infrastructure and meaningful economic opportunities for Ghana and the wider region.”

The symposium is expected to facilitate investor introductions, strategic partnerships, technology discussions, feasibility and engineering engagements, potential Letters of Intent and Memoranda of Understanding, and follow-up discussions with qualified investors and corporate partners.

All projects presented through the symposium will remain subject to appropriate technical, commercial, financial, legal, environmental and regulatory evaluation. Participation in the symposium does not constitute an investment commitment, government guarantee, securities offering or final project approval.

The Dallas symposium is intended to be the beginning of a disciplined investment-development process, bringing credible projects, capital, technology and strategic expertise together to explore what can be built in Ghana and across the region.

About the Dallas Investment Business Symposium

The Dallas Investment Business Symposium, sponsored by Mr. Nick DeSilva, is an executive-level forum designed to connect Ghanaian and international project sponsors with U.S. investors, infrastructure developers, technology providers, financial institutions and corporate partners.

The August 22–23 program will focus on commercially viable partnerships supporting sustainable development, infrastructure modernization, innovation, industrial growth and international trade.

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Ambassador Dr. Erick Hall Sr., PhD

International Business Development and Strategic Partnerships Telephone: +1 (951) 522-3653

Email: drerickhallsr@gmail.com

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Detailed investment materials, including project profiles, preliminary financial information, development phases and technical documentation, will be made available to qualified investors and strategic partners during event and as part of the subsequent investment-engagement process.

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Organization: New World Alliances Foundation

Contact Person: Ambassador Dr. Erick Hall Sr., PhDF

Website: http://www.newworldalliances.foundation/

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Country:Ghana

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Claimboost Launches Dedicated Resource for Australians Facing Mould-Related Insurance Disputes

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Independent Australian insurance claims advocacy service offers an information-rich web page for Australians experiencing disputed, delayed, declined, or underpaid property insurance claims related to mould

United States, 26th Aug 2026 —Claimboost, the independent Australian insurance claims advocacy service that supports suitable disputed, delayed, declined, and underpaid insurance claims, today announced the launch of a dedicated online resource for Australians dealing with mould-related property insurance claim disputes. The page explains how mould damage occurs and why disputes can arise with insurers over mould-related claims.

“Mould claims can get complicated,” explained Christian Harris, a spokesperson for Claimboost. “In some cases, insurers are justified in denying coverage, but much of the time, an experienced advocate can clarify the situation and assist in getting payment for the policyholder. This is what we do.”

As the page explains, mould can develop following water ingress, storm damage, burst pipes, leaking roofs, delayed drying or inadequate make-safe work. Given that many homes and buildings are old, and it is not always clear when or how water damage occurred, insurers may dispute the claim. Further to this point, mould-related claims can be particularly difficult because mould is often a consequence of another problem rather than the original event. A mould dispute may concern where the moisture came from, how long it remained, whether the building was dried or protected appropriately, whether maintenance contributed, and whether the insurer’s reports accurately describe the conditions.

To help resolve disputed insurance claims, Claimboost may review the insurer’s decision, aim documents, reports, scopes, quotes, correspondence and other available evidence. Where appropriate, further technical evidence may be required from a suitably qualified building consultant, leak-detection specialist, hygienist, engineer or another relevant expert.

Claimboost reviews the written decision, evidence and proposed outcome before confirming whether it can assist. The firm often discovers insurer report errors in this process. Claimboost does not guarantee that advocacy will change an insurer’s decision, however. The outcome of every claim depends on its individual circumstances, evidence, and policy wording. 

Dealing with a disputed, delayed, declined or underpaid insurance claim? Contact Claimboost for a free, no-obligation claim review. Claimboost will review the written decision or proposed outcome and the available evidence before confirming whether it may be able to assist.

To request a free, no-obligation claim review from Claimboost, visit https://claimboost.com.au/contact/  

About Claimboost

Claimboost is an independent insurance claims advocacy service assisting Australians with suitable disputed, delayed, declined and underpaid insurance claims. Its work focuses on strata insurance claims and claims where the insurer has issued a written decision, partial decline or proposed settlement outcome that may not be supported by the available evidence. This can include disputes involving insurer-appointed building reports, expert opinions, incomplete scopes of work, inadequate repair assessments and settlement offers that do not reflect the documented damage.

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Organization: Claimboost

Contact Person: Media Relations

Website: https://claimboost.com.au/contact/

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Country:United States

Release id:48431

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