We’ve got a very special episode of The Signal this week as Oskari and I were joined by special guest Daniel Batten, an expert in climate tech and ESG investing.

We dive into the endlessly fascinating intersection of Bitcoin, energy, and the environment to uncover how Bitcoin Mining is accelerating renewable energy production, mitigating methane emissions, and on a path to becoming the world's first carbon-negative network in the world (abating more emissions than it creates).

The bottom line is the story that you've been told about Bitcoin Mining and its carbon footprint is wrong. Tune into the Episode 6 to learn why.

Additional Topics Discussed:

How Daniel approached the space as a skeptic but could not ignore the data and empirical evidence revealing Bitcoin as the most ESG-friendly asset on the planet (and why he is investing behind this core insight)
Where FUD (fear, uncertainty, doubt) come from as it pertains to this topic
The economic incentives that drive Bitcoin Miners to renewable energy resources
How Bitcoin Mining is being used to stabilize the grid in Texas
How Bitcoin Mining can mitigate methane emissions from landfills
The growing recognition of Bitcoin's environmental benefits (the narrative is shifting as education improves)
Projecting Bitcoin's environmental impact as the network expands
Advice for Climate Tech investors considering Bitcoin

Show Links:

Daniels Research & Data: https://www.batcoinz.com/
Follow Daniel on Twitter: https://x.com/DSBatten
Daniel’s ESG Fund Website: https://www.ch4capital.com/
Bitcoin Mining Sustainability Data: https://x.com/dsbatten/status/1776555625318650205?s=46
Bitcoin Emissions vs Other Industries: https://x.com/dsbatten/status/1671336675497349121?s=46

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We hope you enjoy the episode and have a great weekend!

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Bitcoin as an ESG-friendly asset with Daniel Batten

Why everything you've heard about Bitcoin & energy is wrong