Georgia's Mining Sector Accounts for Significant Electricity Usage
Cryptocurrency mining in Georgia is accelerating at record speed. Official figures show that mining operations now account for roughly 5% of the country’s total electricity consumption. The surge is fueled by affordable power rates, legal clarity, and growing interest from international mining companies.
Data from Georgia’s energy regulator indicates that large-scale data centers consumed more than 675 million kilowatt-hours between January and November 2025. This represents an increase of nearly 80% year over year. Most facilities are located in the free economic zones of Tbilisi and Kutaisi.
Electricity Demand from Mining Nearly Doubles Amidst Market Growth
Industry analysts link the sharp rise in power usage to expanding mining infrastructure and strong crypto market performance. Bitcoin prices reached new all-time highs in late 2025, improving mining profitability and encouraging capacity expansion.
Georgia’s competitive electricity pricing continues to attract global players seeking stable and cost-efficient locations. The country’s regulatory framework, which legalized mining several years ago, has further strengthened investor confidence.
Key Mining Operators Emerge as Major Power Consumers
The largest electricity consumer is AITEC Solution, which used more than 400 million kWh. Texprint Corporation, operating in the Kutaisi Free Economic Zone, ranks second. TFZ Service, which supplies power to miners in Tbilisi’s industrial zone, follows closely.
Other notable consumers include ITLab and Data Hub. Together, these companies form the backbone of Georgia’s growing crypto mining sector.
Regional Energy Risks and Georgia's Approach to Mining
Despite Georgia’s reliance on hydropower, which generates up to 80% of domestic electricity, rising demand creates pressure during peak periods. Neighboring countries have responded more aggressively. Russia and Kyrgyzstan imposed mining bans in several regions, while Tajikistan introduced severe penalties.
Kazakhstan addressed similar challenges by raising electricity tariffs for mining farms. Georgia, however, continues to support the industry, although discussions about tighter oversight are gaining momentum.