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Yes, and there are also projects like chia [0] that aim to be a green digital currency.

[0]https://www.chia.net/

How about impact of Facebook on energy compared to the current banking system?

I agree, even those based on Mimblewimble, Casper should alleviate my energy concerns. Then again I can't posses them with the risk of jail term looming around.