Tecpetrol Plans to Launch Crypto Mining Facility Powered by Natural Gas
Tecpetrol, an oil company based in Argentina, has revealed its intentions to establish a crypto mining facility that will run on natural gas. The facility, which will be located in the Los Toldos II Este region of Argentine Patagonia, is set to commence operations either in late October or early November.
The primary objective of this project is to convert excess gas generated during oil drilling into energy for cryptocurrency mining. By doing so, Tecpetrol aims to mitigate the environmental impact caused by gas emissions and flaring, which involves burning off gas that cannot be easily stored or transported.
Furthermore, this initiative will allow Tecpetrol to optimize gas utilization, minimize waste, and enhance crude oil production. Through strategic crypto mining operations, the company will be able to consume gas that would otherwise go to waste or be burned.