CLEAN : In Niagara Falls, bitcoin mining brings a new roar to town

The transcript discusses the impact of noise pollution from Bitcoin mining facilities on a community. The speaker shares personal experiences of sleep disruption due to the noise and describes efforts to address the issue, including contacting city officials and researching the problem online. The community is actively protesting and working with attorneys to enforce a ban on the noise. The speaker hopes their actions will set a precedent for other communities facing similar issues.

What is the main issue the speaker is facing in their community?

• Traffic congestion

• Noise pollution

• Water contamination

• Air pollution

What did the city promise to do about the noise issue?

• Relocate affected residents

• Install sound barriers

• Provide earplugs to residents

• Investigate the noise source

What industry is causing the noise pollution in the speaker's neighborhood?

• Transportation

• Bitcoin mining

• Construction

• Manufacturing

How did the company claim to have addressed community concerns?

• By moving the facility

• By offering compensation

• By consulting with local residents

• By reducing operational hours

What comparison does the speaker make to describe the noise from the Bitcoin mining facility?

• A concert

• A thunderstorm

• A 747 jet

• A train

What is the speaker's ultimate goal in their protest against the noise?

• To increase property values

• To receive financial compensation

• To restore the natural sound of the falls

• To relocate the facility

What steps are being taken by the community to address the noise issue?

• Building a new community center

• Organizing a community festival

• Petitioning for a new mayor

• Working with attorneys and residents