In the land of samba and sunshine, a new absurdity blooms-where Brazil’s sun and wind produce more electricity than the country can handle. Thopen, a modest solar power producer, now dreams of diving headfirst into the chaotic world of Bitcoin mining, attempting to turn surplus energy into digital gold. Who would’ve thought that clean energy might become the fuel for digital greed? 🤷♂️💸
Gustavo Ribeiro, the wise oracle of Thopen and its umbrella corporation Pontal Energy, spills the beans to BN Americas-perhaps over a caipirinha-about their brilliant plan to tackle Brazil’s oversupply of energy. His masterstroke? Diversification! Because, of course, when in doubt, just diversify into the next big thing-whether it makes sense or not.
Ribeiro proudly proclaims, “We’re evaluating solutions like data centers and Bitcoin farms planted right next to the load.” Genius! Because nothing screams stability like building crypto mines next to power plants that may or may not work tomorrow. Well, at least it sounds exciting, doesn’t it? 😅
This follows reports from Reuters back in October, verifying that crypto miners are already cozying up with Brazilian electricity providers, eager to snatch up the surplus-because when others freak out over excess energy, crypto crooks just grin and seize the day.
Brazil’s Energy Surplus: A Boon or a Bust?
Brazil, famed for its beautiful landscapes, is drowning in energy-literally! An August Reuters article points out that the government is planning to auction off hydro and thermal plants in 2026, aiming to smooth out the chaos of wind and solar boisterousness. It’s like trying to tame a wild stallion with a lasso made of paperwork.
Meanwhile, solar suppliers are practically begging for mercy, curtailed like unruly children because the grid simply won’t take their sunny bounty. Ribeiro hints that turning this excess into Bitcoin might be the wizard trick-because nothing screams sustainable development like mining cryptocurrency in the rain.
When Energy Companies Go Crypto Crazy
It’s not just Brazil-call it a global epidemic. UK’s Union Jack Oil plans to burn natural gas to power Bitcoin rigs, a fusion of oil and crypto-because why not mix fossil fuels with digital dreams? Meanwhile, in Canada, farmers are turning stranded gas into Bitcoin, creating the new gold rush that smells like burnt natural gas and broken ideology.
Who needs boring, reliable power sources? When there’s a surplus, gather around, miners! Because if a country like Brazil can turn its energy excess into digital coins, surely we’re all on the verge of a new industrial renaissance… or a spectacular collapse. Either way, it’s a show worth watching-preferably with popcorn. 🍿🤡
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2025-10-29 16:05