Corpus Christi Withholds Cryptocurrency Mine's Water Usage Records Amid Drought Crisis
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Summary
A cryptocurrency mine in drought-stricken Corpus Christi consumed over 11.5 million gallons of water in just four months last year, but the city is now withholding updated water usage records by citing a state law that allows nondisclosure of individual customer accounts. This secrecy comes amid a severe water crisis affecting local residents, raising concerns about transparency and resource allocation during drought conditions.
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From May to August last year, the Bitcoin mine consumed 11,563,000 gallons, according to water utility records that the Observer previously obtained via a local resident's public information request.
Amid its water crisis, the city declined to supply public records on the Bitcoin mine's usage, citing a state law that allows nondisclosure of an individual customer's account.
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