NRG Bloom builds and operates modular, high-performance compute infrastructure at off-grid energy sites worldwide. We convert stranded or flared natural gas into electricity to power both Bitcoin mining (ASIC) and AI inference (GPU) workloads. Our stage-gated deployment model uses Bitcoin mining as a low-risk validation tool before scaling each site to higher-margin AI compute.

The Pathfinder Strategy is our three-stage deployment model. In Stage 1 (Validation), we deploy containerized Bitcoin miners to stress-test a site’s gas supply, generator performance, and connectivity. In Stage 2 (Hardening), validated sites receive infrastructure upgrades: high-bandwidth connectivity, Tier III-ready cooling, and redundant power systems. In Stage 3 (AI Inference), we deploy GPU clusters for commercial AI workloads. Bitcoin mining continues at every stage as a baseline load and revenue floor.

We generate revenue from two compute workloads: Bitcoin mining (which provides a 24/7 revenue floor regardless of customer contracts) and AI inference services (which command higher margins when demand is present). Our Dynamic Load Orchestration system allocates power between these workloads in real time to maximize revenue per megawatt. On the cost side, we purchase gas at a steep discount to grid electricity through long-term Power Purchase Agreements, creating a structural energy arbitrage.

Every site goes through our Pathfinder validation before we commit significant capital. During a 6–12 month Bitcoin mining phase, we gather hard data on gas quality and flow consistency, generator uptime and thermal performance, connectivity reliability, and regulatory and community dynamics. Only sites that pass these benchmarks advance to infrastructure hardening and GPU deployment. Sites that prove stable but fall short of AI-grade requirements continue as optimized Bitcoin mining operations, ensuring every validated location generates value.

Stranded and flared natural gas is our primary focus because it represents the most abundant, lowest-cost, and most ESG-impactful energy source for off-grid compute. However, we are not limited to gas. Our deployment model is energy-source agnostic and can be adapted to other stranded or curtailed power sources, including hydroelectric overproduction, behind-the-meter solar, and other scenarios where energy is available but lacks a buyer. If you have an underutilized energy asset, we’re interested in a conversation.

We structure each partnership as a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) or Gas Purchase Agreement (GPA), where NRG Bloom purchases power or gas at an agreed rate per unit volume (e.g., $/kWh, $/MCF, or $/MMBtu). The producer receives predictable, 24/7 gas offtake revenue with zero infrastructure CapEx on their side. Optionally, we offer Joint-Venture structures where the producer can participate in compute revenue through a hashrate-share arrangement (receiving a percentage of Bitcoin mined) or a blended model that adjusts based on market conditions. Every arrangement is tailored to the site and the partner’s preferences.

We evaluate candidate sites against five criteria: (1) Gas availability and quality — minimum 5MW of recoverable energy with consistent flow; (2) Regulatory environment — jurisdictions with clear flaring penalties or gas commercialization frameworks are preferred; (3) Security and logistics: the site must be accessible for equipment delivery and safe for ongoing operations; (4) Connectivity potential: We prioritize proximity to microwave or fiber backhaul for AI-grade bandwidth; however, we can utilize satellite internet for remote sites, provided operations are limited strictly to Bitcoin mining; (5) Community alignment: we prioritize locations where our presence creates local employment and tangible economic benefit.

NRG Bloom finances, deploys, owns, and maintains all compute infrastructure — containers, generators, cooling, networking, and hardware. The energy producer provides only the gas supply under a PPA. There is no equipment cost, no maintenance obligation, and no operational burden on the producer’s side. We treat the wellhead like a utility connection.

Every cubic meter of gas we consume is gas that would otherwise be flared, releasing methane (80x more potent than CO₂ as a greenhouse gas), black carbon, and particulates. By converting this gas to electricity for compute, we eliminate those emissions at the source. We meter and report all gas consumption, providing producers with audit-ready documentation for their ESG disclosures. Our Nigeria operations alone have mitigated an estimated 300 tonnes of CO₂e. As we scale, this impact scales proportionally.

NRG Bloom was founded in Canada, where our team operated Bitcoin mining facilities on Quebec’s hydroelectric grid. Our founder, Makir Volcy, built institutional crypto market expertise as a liquidity provider and in risk management at Binance before establishing NRG Bloom. The team includes civil engineering, financial services, and research backgrounds. Our first international deployment, on stranded gas in West Africa, serves as the operational proof-of-concept for our global expansion. We bring hands-on experience with ASIC hardware, gas-to-power systems, and remote site operations.

NRG Bloom is currently in growth financing discussions and welcomes conversations with institutional investors, family offices, and strategic partners. For investor inquiries, visit our Investor Relations page to request materials. For energy partnership opportunities, use the “Discuss a Partnership” form on our Energy Partners page. For general inquiries, contact us at info@nrgbloom.com.

Every site goes through our Pathfinder validation before we commit significant capital. During a 6–12 month Bitcoin mining phase, we gather hard data on gas quality and flow consistency, generator uptime and thermal performance, connectivity reliability, and regulatory and community dynamics. Only sites that pass these benchmarks advance to infrastructure hardening and GPU deployment. Sites that prove stable but fall short of AI-grade requirements continue as optimized Bitcoin mining operations, ensuring every validated location generates value.