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Tecpetrol Taps Surplus Gas for Crypto Mining in Argentine Patagonia

by BlockNews Team
September 29, 2023
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  • Buenos Aires’ Tecpetrol eyes cryptocurrency mining utilizing excess gas from oil production.
  • The move to crypto mining aims to reduce gas emissions and open new revenue channels.
  • Bitcoin mining’s environmental impact might see a positive shift by repurposing wasted methane.

Tecpetrol, the Buenos Aires oil production company, has unveiled a groundbreaking approach to its operations in the Los Toldos II Este area, located north of Vaca Muerta in Argentine Patagonia. Announced on September 24, the firm intends to redirect surplus gas from its processes for mining cryptocurrency.

The primary objective behind Tecpetrol‘s recent game plan is two-pronged. On one hand, it’s about strengthening their core business of crude oil extraction, and on the other, it’s about optimizing the use of gas to prevent unnecessary wastage. The facility is geared to churn out close to 35,000 barrels of oil daily. A significant dilemma faced by the company was the excess gas emitted during extraction. With no immediate and efficient use for it due to missing infrastructure, Tecpetrol had to think outside the box. The solution is turning to cryptocurrency mining to channel this extra gas.

The top executive of Tecpetrol, Ricardo Markous, mentioned that the decision was made to avoid releasing the gas openly into the environment. By focusing on cryptocurrency mining, they aim to not only minimize the environmental impact of these gas emissions but also uncover a fresh source of income. In order to make this transition smooth, Tecpetrol is teaming up with various partners. Notably, one such partner is a seasoned player in the field, having already rolled out similar projects in the United States. However, their identity remains under wraps.

There’s been notable concern regarding the environmental cost associated with cryptocurrency, especially Bitcoin mining. Still, a growing school of thought suggests that there may be an environmentally responsible side to it. A study conducted by the Institute of Risk Management indicates that by 2030, Bitcoin mining could potentially reduce global methane emissions by a striking 8%. This is mainly because repurposing otherwise wasted methane to drive Bitcoin mining processes would lead to lesser methane being dispersed into our atmosphere.

However, the debate on the environmental footprint of Bitcoin mining, primarily due to its intense energy demands, is far from settled. It’s worth noting that it wasn’t until this year, 2023, that a noticeable shift was seen with miners leaning towards methods that are kinder to our planet.

Argentina’s Mixed Stance on Cryptocurrency

Argentina displays an evolving approach toward the digital currency world in 2023, signaling a potential embrace of cryptocurrency regulations. With no existing laws barring its licensed citizens or businesses from participating in proof-of-work (PoW) cryptocurrency mining, the South American nation hints at some level of acceptance of the burgeoning technology. 

Meanwhile, Argentina’s National Securities Commission is in the process of drafting stipulations and standards for cryptocurrency entities. 

This effort aims to prioritize both user protection and the operational security and efficiency of such companies. Contrasting these moves, the Central Bank of Argentina has taken a conservative step, prohibiting payment services from executing cryptocurrency transactions to minimize the nation’s dependency on these digital currencies. 

Collectively, these developments depict Argentina as neither wholly welcoming nor entirely resistant to the world of cryptocurrency.

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