Gold Mining vs Bitcoin Mining

Which one is really worse for the environment?

Gold Mining:

Bitcoin Mining:

(Source: https://twitter.com/BitcoinMagazine/status/1443910770014752769/photo/2)

Bitcoin Mining does use a lot of electricity, and produce a lot of heat, but the latter can be also be put to good use.

I have seen the heat used from bitcoin mining heat homes and swimming pools, among other things...

Don't let em twist the narrative!