France just cracked the door open to Bitcoin mining. Will Luxembourg follow?
In a visit to Ledger HQ in Paris, Clara Chappaz, France’s Minister for Digital, said the quiet part out loud:
Using surplus energy to mine Bitcoin makes economic sense, and it’s time to study it seriously.
For years, the idea has been circulating: Why shouldn’t EDF, France’s state-owned energy giant, use excess nuclear output to mine Bitcoin?
It could reduce debt, monetize stranded energy, and support energy grid optimization, all while tapping into the world’s most secure, decentralized monetary network.
For the first time, the French government has publicly acknowledged that this is an opportunity, one that must be approached pragmatically, not ideologically.
Chappaz added:
“We need to evaluate what such a system could look like, economically, seriously, and cross-ministerially.”
This follows Bpifrance’s announcement of €200 million in new investments into the French blockchain ecosystem by 2029.
Add to that the discussions around the digital euro, MiCA onboarding delays, and it’s clear: France is starting to move.
So now we ask: What about Luxembourg?
We’re in a unique position. With our financial infrastructure, energy competency, and open innovation culture, we could lead.
We launched the Orange Heart Initiative to push this very conversation:
Should Luxembourg explore a Bitcoin strategic reserve?
Should our public and private sectors engage with Bitcoin mining for energy resilience and economic diversification?
Should we help companies, institutions, and the public navigate this space with clarity and strategy?
At OffChain Luxembourg, we believe it’s time for serious answers and serious action.
Let’s not wait for others to shape the future.
Let’s co-create it here, now, in the heart of Europe. 🧡
