Electricity Valorization
The Challenge of Electrical ‘Surpluses’
Hydropower generation facilities size their capacity according to the hydraulic potential of the site and the forecasted future demand, not the current local demand. This often creates a significant gap between installed capacity and effectively valorized energy. It is not uncommon to operate only half of the turbines, or even fewer.
Similarly, nuclear power plants in some regions do not operate at full base load and have large ranges of available unused capacity.
Geothermal, solar, and wind plants—any low‑carbon energy production—may experience strong production overcapacity for varying time periods. This is a phenomenal waste that affects the profitability of power plants. Equipment is not operated at nominal efficiency due to insufficient demand. These MWh that could be produced—and currently generate zero revenue—are exactly what we seek: the so‑called ‘surpluses’.
Our Valorization Solution Through Mining
Bitcoin mining converts electricity into computing power to secure the Bitcoin blockchain network. This energy‑intensive activity offers a unique characteristic enabling the valorization of your extra capacities: total flexibility. Mining can be shut down instantly at the operator’s request without damage, allowing off‑grid operation on isolated power plants anywhere in the world.
This ‘economic battery’ is installed directly near your production site. We bring demand to the source of supply, acting as the customer of last resort.
Why mining outperforms traditional solutions
| Criteria | Network connection | Bitcoin Mining |
|---|---|---|
| Initial investment | 1-5 M€/km | 0€ for the producer |
| Lead time | 2-5 years | 4-8 weeks |
| Flexibility | Rigid | Modifiable in real time |
| Location | Needs infrastructure | On site |
| Revenues | Regulated prices | Negotiated rates. 24/7/365 consumption. |
| Network maintenance | Heavy infrastructure | Autonome |
Positive Impact on Territories
Our presence in local regions creates positive effects that go far beyond energy valorization.
We actively contribute to local development and improved living conditions for communities.
The revenues generated from surplus valorization enable producers to invest in expanding their electrical networks.
Villages previously without service gain access to electricity thanks to these financial resources.
Our contracts ensure that electrification of the population always remains the top priority.
The economic and social development of regions takes precedence over our mining activities.
We train local teams in mining technical skills and industrial maintenance.
Beyond mining, we develop complementary activities that directly benefit local populations.
Fruit‑drying using residual heat from our installations allows local farmers to enhance their crop value and reduce post‑harvest losses. This approach creates a local value chain and improves agricultural income.
A virtuous cycle
More revenue for the producer → investment in electrification → greater energy access for the population → local economic development → job creation → improved living conditions → more attractive territories. Mining becomes a catalyst for development.
Success Stories: The story of the Virunga farm.
