Texas Bitcoin Mine: A Hot Spot from Space

High above, a heat-seeking satellite has captured a striking image of a massive Bitcoin mining facility in Rockdale, Texas.

• One of the largest in the U.S.
• Consumes as much power as 300,000 homes
• Thermal footprint revealed by a U.K.-based satellite

Unique Insights into Energy Use

The satellite, which failed in December 2023, provided a unique perspective on the facility's operations.

• Shows active and inactive parts of the facility
• Valuable insights for regulators and grid operators
• Helps understand environmental and local power impacts

Advanced Thermal Imaging Technology

The satellite's thermal camera is among the best in the world.

• Resolution an order of magnitude better than other devices
• Captures heat patterns like locomotive trails and parking lots

Future Plans for Thermal Data Tracking

The company behind the satellite plans to launch a replacement next year and is already building another one.

• Thermal data provides an objective view of operational activity
• Tracks evolution of major data center sites in real time