Bitcoin is once again at the center of controversy. This time, the debate is about its environmental impact, fueled by a report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) accusing bitcoin of significantly contributing to carbon emissions. However, a well-known defender of Bitcoin, Daniel Batten, does not see it that way. With a well-crafted argument, he counters the IMF's claims, offering a rebuttal that deserves our attention. But who is right in this battle for ecological truth?