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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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LowEX Launches Bitcoin to Monero Swaps Without Registration

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LowEX, an instant crypto exchange, swaps 95 coins and tokens across 33 networks without an account, email or identity documents. Each order is tracked by its link, and the minimum payout is shown before any funds are sent.

NY, NY, United States, 5th Oct 2026 – LowEX, an instant crypto exchange open to the public since August 2026, now swaps 95 coins and tokens across 33 blockchain networks, from Bitcoin to Monero. A swap is made in a browser, and no account is needed. The customer picks a pair, enters the address the coins should arrive at and sends a deposit. The exchange asks for nothing else. From then on the order is followed by its link until the payout transaction appears on the page.

The service is built around one idea: the terms of a swap should be on screen before the customer sends any funds. That covers the rate with all fees inside it, the minimum the customer will receive, the limits for the pair, the network the deposit has to travel on and, for large orders, any manual approval.

Nothing to register, nothing to upload

LowEX has no sign-up form and no user profile, and it does not ask for identity documents. There is no KYC procedure, and no email address or other contact detail is required. Each order gets its own page and its own ID instead. The page shows the deposit address, a countdown for the payment window, the current status and, once the payout is sent, the transaction hash with a link to a block explorer. It moves through four statuses – Created, Waiting for deposit, Swapping and Completed – and updates by itself. An order can be reopened by its link or by entering its ID on the tracking page. Without either there is no way back to it, so both have to be saved.

“A service cannot leak documents it never collected,” said a LowEX spokesperson. “To settle a swap we need a receiving address. We ask for that and nothing more.”
 

Fees inside the rate, minimum stated upfront

The rate on the exchange form already contains the service margin and the network fee for the payout. Nothing is added once the order exists. Beside the estimated amount, the form shows a guaranteed minimum. The final figure depends on the market at the moment the swap executes, but a customer who sends the exact amount within the payment window receives no less than that minimum.

The smallest order is a fixed amount equal to about 30 US dollars. The largest depends on the pair. Both are shown under the amount field before an order is created, and current figures for popular pairs are published on the rates and limits page.

The coin and its network are one choice

A deposit sent over the wrong blockchain is the most expensive routine mistake in cross-chain swaps. It usually starts on a form where the coin is picked in one field and the network in another. On LowEX the two are a single choice: every asset in the list carries its network, and the form rejects a receiving address that does not fit the network selected.

The list covers Bitcoin, Ethereum, Monero, Tron, Solana, Litecoin, TON, Dogecoin, XRP and 24 other networks, among them Base, Arbitrum, Polygon, Avalanche, Sui, Aptos and Stellar. USDT is available on 11 networks and USDC on 15, so a stablecoin held on one chain can be swapped for an asset on another in a single order. Monero is exchanged in both directions.
 

Standard and Confidential modes

Every order is created in one of two modes. Standard is a regular cross-chain swap. In Confidential mode the swap is processed on a private settlement layer, so the link between the deposit and the payout is not written to a public blockchain. This mode adds about 0.1 percent to the rate, requires the exact amount and is not offered for swaps from Monero, which is confidential by design.

The exchange spells out the limit of this mode on the order form and in its FAQ: it is not full anonymity. The amounts and the timing of the incoming and outgoing transactions stay observable and can still be correlated.

“Privacy claims are easy to inflate,” the spokesperson said. “We would rather say exactly what the confidential mode does, say where it stops, and leave the decision to the customer.”
 

When a swap does not go to plan

LowEX publishes in advance how it handles the cases that usually end in a support ticket.

  • The swap cannot go through. The deposit is sent back automatically to the refund address given when the order was created, minus the network fee. Without a refund address, support processes the refund by order ID, which takes longer.
  • The customer sent too little. Payments to the same deposit address add up, and the swap starts once the full amount has arrived.
  • The deposit arrived after the order expired. A late payment is normally detected automatically and is then exchanged or refunded.
  • The order is large. Manual approval may be required, and in that case the deposit address is issued only after approval, so the customer does not send funds into a pending review.
  • The deposit went over the wrong network. It does not reach the swap. Recovery is manual and is not always possible.
     

“An instant exchange is judged at the moment something goes wrong,” the spokesperson added. “That is why these rules are public, and why the customer sees the worst case before sending anything.”

The terms of use prohibit using the service for illegal activity and require that funds be of lawful origin. An order that the service declines to execute is refunded.

Timing, languages and access

Most swaps complete within a few minutes after the source network confirms the deposit. Large orders and Monero routes can take longer. The interface is available in ten languages, among them English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese and Chinese. LowEX also runs a Tor mirror that works without JavaScript. Its address is listed on the main site.

The steps of a swap and answers to common questions are collected on the How it works page. The LowEX blog covers the same ground in reference articles, among them How to Swap Crypto: A Step-by-Step Guide and Crypto Exchange Without KYC: Why ID Is Required.

About LowEX

LowEX is a cross-chain crypto exchange open to the public since August 2026. It swaps 95 coins and tokens across 33 blockchain networks without an account, shows a guaranteed minimum payout before an order is created and offers Standard and Confidential modes. The service runs on the open web and as a Tor mirror, in ten languages. A referral program pays partners a share of the service’s profit on completed orders. The terms of use are published at lowex.io/en/rules.

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EKOUAER CELEBRATES 11TH ANNIVERSARY WITH BRAND FRIEND VANESSA HUDGENS: UNVEILING “MY COMFORT ERA” THIS OCTOBER

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New York, USA / Timesnewswire / October 5, 2026 – EKOUAER, one of Amazon’s leading apparel brands, officially celebrates its 11th Anniversary this October, marking over a decade of redefining daily loungewear and sleepwear for global consumers. Building upon the official partnership launched in July, EKOUAER is highlighting its ongoing collaboration with actress and fashion icon Vanessa Hudgens, who serves as a EKOUAER Brand Friend.

Celebrating under the annual banner theme, “Ekouaer • 11th Anniversary: For Every Chapter, Mood & Moment,” the brand centers its October campaign on the transition from traditional homewear to multi-scenario comfort lifestyle.

“I love pieces that feel effortless but still put together,” shared Vanessa Hudgens during the campaign release. “Everything in the collection can be dressed up or down depending on where the day takes you, which is exactly how I want to dress right now.”

Key hero items featured in this October’s anniversary collection include the sleek Ekouaer Satin Pajamas Set with bow-tie detail—perfect for loungewear, bridal parties, or cozy autumn evenings— the versatile, ultra-cozy Ekouaer 2-Piece Pleated Lounge & Sweater Set. suitable for everything from weekend travel to casual street style.

Over the past 11 years, EKOUAER has grown into a fashion powerhouse on Amazon. The brand’s October celebration coincides with major fall promotional events, offering fans and shoppers exclusive ways to step into their own “Comfort Era” alongside Hudgens.

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PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing Expands Water Heater Installation Support Across Los Angeles County

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New service resources help property owners compare standard tank, tankless and heat pump options before scheduling an installation.

Van Nuys, California, United States, 5th Oct 2026 –  PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing has expanded its water heater installation support across Los Angeles County with new service resources covering standard tank systems and tankless upgrades. The update gives homeowners, landlords and property managers a clearer path to compare equipment, understand installation requirements and request a written estimate.

The company installs gas, electric and hybrid heat pump tank water heaters and provides tankless water heater installation for properties where the equipment, fuel supply and expected hot-water demand make that option practical. Its installation process includes system sizing, removal of the existing unit, required code corrections and permit handling when applicable.

The new water heater installation resource explains the factors that affect a replacement decision, including household demand, fuel type, equipment age, venting, available space and the condition of the existing installation. It also outlines common warning signs that may justify replacement, such as water collecting beneath the tank, rusty hot water, repeated repairs or a system that no longer meets the property’s needs.

“A water heater replacement should start with the property and the people using it, not with a one-size-fits-all recommendation,” said Albert Castillo, founder of PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing. “We look at the existing system, daily hot-water demand and the work needed for a safe, code-compliant installation, then explain the available options before the customer decides.”

For customers considering a tankless system, PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing provides a separate installation resource addressing the planning involved in a conversion. Depending on the property, a tankless installation may require changes to gas capacity, venting, electrical supply or the installation location. The company evaluates those conditions before recommending a system.

The water heater work forms part of PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing’s broader plumbing service coverage across Van Nuys, the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles and Pasadena. Same-day service is available when scheduling allows, and qualifying installations and repairs are backed by a two-year labor warranty subject to the company’s service terms.

Property owners can learn more or request an estimate through the water heater installation service page. Those comparing on-demand systems can review the tankless water heater installation service page. Appointments may also be requested by calling (818) 946-0522.

About PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing

PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing is a licensed, bonded and insured electrical and plumbing contractor based in Van Nuys, California. The company serves residential and commercial customers across Los Angeles County with electrical, plumbing and emergency services. PowerRoute Electric & Plumbing holds California contractor license number 1136300 with C-10 electrical and C-36 plumbing classifications.

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