DIRTY COIN: A Groundbreaking Documentary on Bitcoin Mining and Global Energy Solutions
Following the global success and acclaim of the short film and proof of concept STRANDED, the creators are thrilled to announce the upcoming release of their full-length documentary, DIRTY COIN. This compelling film delves deep into the world of Bitcoin mining, exploring its significant energy consumption and the innovative ways it is driving the monetization of wasted energy, particularly in landlocked regions in Africa and South America, to make energy infrastructures profitable and expandable.
DIRTY COIN offers an unprecedented look at the complex relationship between Bitcoin and global energy use. Through eye-opening case studies and interviews with experts, the documentary highlights how Bitcoin mining is becoming a new, substantial customer of electricity. It goes beyond the headlines to reveal how Bitcoin is leveraging otherwise wasted energy to generate profit and foster the expansion of energy infrastructures in underserved areas.
Building on the success of STRANDED, which was screened at festivals worldwide and garnered multiple awards for its insightful exploration of stranded energy assets, DIRTY COIN expands the narrative. The documentary investigates how Bitcoin mining operations are increasingly being established in locations with excess energy or renewable energy sources yet to be fully utilized. These operations provide a new revenue stream for these regions, making new energy projects more viable and financially attractive.
“Bitcoin is often criticized for its energy consumption, but there’s another side to the story that is far more interesting” says the documentary’s director, Alana Mediavilla. “With DIRTY COIN, we aim to shed light on how Bitcoin mining is not just consuming energy but also catalyzing the development of new energy infrastructures in places that desperately need it.”
DIRTY COIN is not just a film; it’s a conversation starter about the future of energy consumption, the role of Bitcoin in our global economy, and how innovation can emerge from unexpected places. The documentary challenges viewers to reconsider their perceptions of Bitcoin and its impact on the world’s energy landscape.
As DIRTY COIN prepares for its global release, the team behind this groundbreaking documentary invites viewers to explore the intricate connections between Bitcoin and global energy solutions.
About Alana Mediavilla:
Alana Mediavilla is a Puerto Rican filmmaker known for her ability to weave compelling narratives with cutting-edge topics. Her background in technology and passion for storytelling make her a distinctive voice in the documentary film world.
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