Mountain City, Tennessee, is not just another dot on the map. It's a rare gem in the Appalachian landscape—a serene, rural town bursting with old-world charm, musical hertiage, and natural beauty.

Our community has recently faced the devastation brought by Hurricane Helene, leaving scars we're still healing. In these challenging times, our focus should be on restoration and healing, not on inviting more disruption. 

Cleanspark Inc. is proposing to install a bitcoin mining facility in our cherished town. While innovation and technological advancements are important, they should not come at the expense of our environment and quality of life. Research into bitcoin mining is clear about the detrimental impacts it can have. Facilities of this nature are notorious for producing intense noise pollution, straining already limited energy resources, and putting additional stress on water supplies.

The serene environment we treasure is under threat. The sounds of nature, the tranquility, and the clean air define Mountain City. The introduction of this high-energy, industrial activity poses a risk to the very essence of what makes our town special.

This proposed bitcoin mining facility does not have the best interests of Mountain City at heart. The economic benefits they might promise pale in comparison to the environmental cost and the loss of the peaceful, rural atmosphere we cherish.

We must come together as a community to protect what we hold dear. Our town is uniquely beautiful and has struggled enough; adding more burden to our community infrastructure is not the solution. It's time to let Cleanspark know that Mountain City stands united in opposition to this proposed facility. We urge our local decision-makers to consider the long-term implications and prioritize the well-being of our community.

Sign this petition to voice your opposition to the Cleanspark bitcoin mining facility and help preserve the integrity and tranquility of Mountain City, TN. Together, we can safeguard our home for future generations.