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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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Sunny Glen Children’s Home Announces the Third Annual FORE The Kids Topgolf Classic in Support of Foster Children

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Sunny Glen Children’s Home will host the Third Annual FORE! The Kids Topgolf Classic on Saturday, February 28 at 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at Topgolf Pharr, located at 1901 W. Interstate 2, Pharr, Texas. The fundraiser benefits foster children across the Rio Grande Valley and brings together individuals, families, churches, and businesses who care about children in South Texas.

A moment from a past FORE! The Kids Topgolf Classic, where every swing had meaning. Events like this drew our community together in support of children at Sunny Glen, building connection, creating lasting memories, and helping make care, comfort, and hope possible.

 

SAN BENITO, Texas– Sunny Glen Children’s Home will host the Third Annual FORE! The Kids Topgolf Classic on Saturday, February 28 at 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at Topgolf Pharr, located at 1901 W. Interstate 2, Pharr, Texas.

The fundraiser benefits foster children across the Rio Grande Valley and brings together individuals, families, churches, and businesses who care about children in South Texas. It is presented by Imperium Legacy Technologies.

Sunny Glen Children’s Home has served children for more than 90 years. The organization provides a safe and loving environment for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. With support from the community, Sunny Glen meets children’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs so they can focus on healing and growth.

FORE! The Kids Topgolf Classic offers a relaxed and welcoming experience for participants of all skill levels. Teams of three compete in a Topgolf tournament format that emphasizes participation and connection. Golf experience is not required.

Participants enjoy food, snacks, and beverages throughout the event. A fajita lunch is provided for all golfers. Prizes, gifts, and friendly competition add to the day. The event also creates time for conversation and connection among people who share a heart for children.

Sponsorships play a key role in making the event possible. Businesses, churches, and organizations can support foster children while gaining visibility throughout the event and across Sunny Glen communications. Sponsorship levels range from Title Sponsor to team-based options, each offering meaningful involvement.

Funds raised help sustain care throughout the year. Support allows Sunny Glen to keep homes open, provide counseling services, support education, and maintain a consistent environment for children. While participants may never meet the children impacted, the effects are seen in everyday moments of safety, rest, and trust.

Sunny Glen Children’s Home is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in San Benito, Texas. Its mission is to transform the lives of children in care through compassionate, faith-centered support rooted in the love of God.

Sponsorship and team registration are available at:
https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/Ks8siw?vid=1o5qcb

Additional information about Sunny Glen Children’s Home is available at:
https://www.sunnyglen.org/

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Organization: Sunny Glen Children’s Home

Contact Person: Amanda Lucio

Website: https://www.sunnyglen.org/

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City: San Benito

State: Texas

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Med Consumer Watch Study Identifies CoreAge Rx as High-Value Provider in GLP-1 Telehealth Sector

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Med Consumer Watch released a comparative study reviewing 65 telehealth providers offering GLP-1 medications. The analysis found that CoreAge Rx offers transparent, flat-rate pricing starting at $99 per month for semaglutide and $149 per month for tirzepatide, without membership fees or hidden charges. The study also noted that CoreAge Rx provides care through board-certified physicians, indicating that affordable pricing and clinically supervised care can coexist in the GLP-1 telehealth market.

Savannah, GA, United States, 29th Jan 2026 – Med Consumer Watch, an independent healthcare consumer research organization, has published the results of a comprehensive study comparing 65 telehealth providers offering GLP-1 medications. The analysis found that CoreAge Rx, a telehealth clinic specializing in GLP-1 medication access for weight management and metabolic care, delivers a notable combination of pricing transparency, clinical oversight, and affordability relative to peer providers.

The study, conducted in late 2025, evaluated online care providers on multiple criteria, including pricing structures, fee transparency, clinician qualifications, and telehealth care delivery practices. CoreAge Rx distinguished itself by offering clear, flat-rate monthly pricing without additional membership fees or hidden costs. According to the report, CoreAge Rx’s pricing begins at $99 per month for semaglutide and $149 per month for tirzepatide, with all care provided under the supervision of board-certified physicians.

Med Consumer Watch’s analysis reflects increasing consumer demand for transparent and accessible care options within the expanding GLP-1 treatment market. GLP-1 medications, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, are approved by regulatory authorities for metabolic and weight-related care and have seen rapid adoption across telehealth platforms. The report highlights variability in pricing models and clinical practices among the 65 providers analyzed, with CoreAge Rx scoring above average in key categories associated with consumer value.

In an objective summary of findings, the Med Consumer Watch report noted that CoreAge Rx’s pricing structure and clinical oversight suggest that patients can access medically supervised GLP-1 care without sacrificing affordability. The report emphasizes that transparent pricing and licensed clinician involvement are central to high-quality telehealth service delivery.

The study’s methodology included an assessment of publicly available pricing information, consultation workflows, physician credentials, and telehealth care protocols. Med Consumer Watch maintains that its evaluations are intended to support informed health-care decision making and enhance market transparency for consumers comparing telehealth providers.

The full study is available for review on the Med Consumer Watch website, where readers can access a detailed breakdown of pricing tiers, provider features, and evaluation criteria. The release of this study aligns with ongoing efforts in the healthcare research community to monitor emerging care delivery models and their implications for patient access and affordability.

About Med Consumer Watch

Med Consumer Watch is an independent research organization dedicated to evaluating healthcare services and products with a focus on consumer interests. The organization conducts comparative analyses across medical and telehealth providers to support transparent, evidence-based information for the public.

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Contact: Lisa Williams
Email: lisa@medconsumerwatch.com
Phone: +1 912-400-4927
Website: https://www.medconsumerwatch.com/

CoreAge Rx Information:
Company: CoreAge Rx
Service Focus: Telehealth provider for GLP-1 medication access and metabolic care
Pricing Highlights: Semaglutide from $99/month; Tirzepatide from $149/month

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Contact Person: Lisa Williams

Website: https://www.medconsumerwatch.com/

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State: GA

Country:United States

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How AgriFi’s Digital Twin Tokens Are Reinventing Food Safety and Supply Chain Integrity

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As food systems grow more complex, trust has become the most valuable currency in agriculture. Consumers want to know where their food comes from, how it was grown, and who verified its quality.

AgriFi, a blockchain-powered AgriTech platform, is redefining trust through Digital Twin Tokens, a breakthrough technology that links real-world agricultural assets with blockchain-based digital identities.

By integrating IoT sensors, smart contracts, and blockchain traceability, AgriFi ensures that every tomato, grain, or coffee bean carries a verifiable digital identity, from farm to fork.

The Global Problem: Food Fraud and Supply Chain Opacity

Modern food systems span thousands of miles and dozens of intermediaries, making authenticity verification difficult. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), unsafe food causes 600 million illnesses and 420,000 deaths annually. At the same time, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates that global food fraud exceeds $40 billion each year.

Why Transparency Matters in Food Systems

Global food chains face critical challenges counterfeit labeling, supply chain inefficiencies, and sustainability misclaims. AgriFi tackles these challenges through blockchain-backed traceability that guarantees authenticity, accountability, and consumer trust.

“Blockchain allows us to restore trust in what we eat,” said Veronica Trump, Communications Lead at AgriFi.
“With Digital Twin Tokens, food integrity becomes a verifiable, tamper-proof record accessible to everyone, from producers to end consumers.”

How AgriFi’s Digital Twin Tokens Work

Each agricultural product (or batch) receives a unique Digital Twin Token (DTT) — a blockchain-recorded identifier containing verified data points.

1. Product Authentication and Traceability

Each agricultural product or batch receives a unique Digital Twin Token, recorded on blockchain.

  • Farm origin and geolocation
  • Crop type and farming method
  • Transportation and storage temperature
  • Timestamped chain-of-custody

Consumers can scan a QR or NFC code to view the full, immutable product journey, building farm-to-fork transparency.

2. Immutable Certification Tokens

Certifications like ISO, HACCP, Organic, and Fair Trade are digitized and stored as blockchain tokens.
This eliminates fake certificates and ensures that only verified producers can claim compliance.

3. IoT-Enabled Data Integrity

IoT sensors continuously record key environmental data:

  • Temperature, humidity, and soil health
  • Pesticide and fertilizer application levels
  • GPS-based logistics data

These inputs are validated by secure oracles and stored on-chain, creating a real-time “digital passport” for every product.

4. Smart Recall and Response Mechanism

If contamination or spoilage occurs, blockchain enables instant, targeted recalls, identifying only the affected batches. This prevents waste, ensures safety, and builds brand trust, a core goal in AgriFi’s food traceability initiative.

5. Consumer-Focused Blockchain Apps

AgriFi’s upcoming mobile app allows consumers to scan packaged goods and view:

  • Verified sourcing and farm details
  • Certification authenticity
  • Carbon footprint and sustainability metrics
  • Ethical and fair-trade indicators

This transforms transparency into consumer empowerment, turning everyday purchases into informed, ethical choices.

This merges transparency with education, empowering consumers to make informed, ethical choices.

Broader Impact Across the Ecosystem

AgriFi’s supply chain traceability framework benefits all stakeholders:

By combining blockchain’s immutability with IoT’s real-time precision, AgriFi ensures that food integrity is no longer a promise; it’s a verified reality.

Why Blockchain Traceability Is Booming

AgriFi positions itself at the intersection of DeFi and AgriTech, bridging digital assets with physical production, and creating new models for agricultural finance, sustainability, and transparency.

In a world where data can be manipulated, AgriFi makes authenticity permanent.

About Agrifi

Agrifi is driving an agricultural revolution, harnessing blockchain technology to transform the agricultural supply chain. Our mission is to enhance transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in agriculture while empowering farmers and supporting small-scale agricultural practices.

Join us on this exciting journey to explore the future of agriculture while potentially enhancing the value of your AGF tokens. We’re not just redefining agricultural finance; we’re revolutionizing the future of farming and food production.

Ready to start staking your AGF tokens? Visit our website at https://agrifi.tech/for detailed steps on how to stake your tokens. Stay connected with us on Telegram, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for the latest updates and community discussions.

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