Itaipu Dam

Itaipu exhibits results of its work on SDGs and discusses sustainable future at COP 28

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Friday, December 1, 2023

FOZ DO IGUAÇU, Brazil , Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Itaipu Binacional participates in COP 28 in Dubai to present the results of the extensive work it has been conducting within each of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) proposed by the UN. In addition to the actions already developed, the company presents possibilities generated by the Itaipu More than Energy program (Mais que Energia), which expands and intensifies work on several SDGs, especially in the most deprived regions of its influence, such as indigenous villages, quilombos (former maroon communities), and low-HDI municipalities.

Key Points: 
  • Over the years, Itaipu has already restored more than 800 water springs and preserves more than 100 thousand hectares of forests.
  • The goal pursued with the Itaipu More than Energy program is to increase the number of preserved water sources to 9 thousand.
  • Closing Itaipu's participation in the panels on Wednesday, the 6th day, the work carried out on solid waste will be introduced.
  • In addition to the panels, Itaipu will also participate in bilateral meetings and consultations with entities linked to the power sector and the United Nations.

Itaipu exhibits results of its work on SDGs and discusses sustainable future at COP 28

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Friday, December 1, 2023

FOZ DO IGUAÇU, Brazil, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Itaipu Binacional participates in COP 28 in Dubai to present the results of the extensive work it has been conducting within each of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) proposed by the UN. In addition to the actions already developed, the company presents possibilities generated by the Itaipu More than Energy program (Mais que Energia), which expands and intensifies work on several SDGs, especially in the most deprived regions of its influence, such as indigenous villages, quilombos (former maroon communities), and low-HDI municipalities.

Key Points: 
  • Over the years, Itaipu has already restored more than 800 water springs and preserves more than 100 thousand hectares of forests.
  • The goal pursued with the Itaipu More than Energy program is to increase the number of preserved water sources to 9 thousand.
  • Closing Itaipu's participation in the panels on Wednesday, the 6th day, the work carried out on solid waste will be introduced.
  • In addition to the panels, Itaipu will also participate in bilateral meetings and consultations with entities linked to the power sector and the United Nations.

Marathon Digital Holdings Continues International Expansion with 100% Renewably Powered Bitcoin Mining Project in Paraguay

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Fort Lauderdale, FL, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA) ("Marathon" or "Company"), a leader in supporting and securing the Bitcoin ecosystem, has launched its second international deployment with a 27 megawatt Bitcoin mining project in Paraguay that is completely powered by renewable, hydro energy. The first miners are onsite and currently being prepared for installation and energization.

Key Points: 
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA ) ("Marathon" or "Company"), a leader in supporting and securing the Bitcoin ecosystem, has launched its second international deployment with a 27 megawatt Bitcoin mining project in Paraguay that is completely powered by renewable, hydro energy.
  • On October 16, 2023, Marathon entered into an agreement with Penguin Infrastructure Holding (“Penguin Group”), whose mission is to transform energy into human potential in Paraguay, to launch a Bitcoin mining project near Paraguay’s Itaipu Dam.
  • We believe this project may serve as an excellent case study for the value Bitcoin mining can bring to regions with excess power.
  • Future changes in the network-wide mining difficulty rate or Bitcoin hash rate may also materially affect the future performance of Marathon's production of bitcoin.

Sazmining's Paraguayan Bitcoin Mining Facility Goes Live with the lowest hosting costs in the mining industry

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sazmining, a pioneer in Bitcoin mining as a service, is thrilled to announce the live launch of its bitcoin mining facility powered by 100% renewable energy in Paraguay, marking a significant milestone in the world of sustainable mining.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sazmining , a pioneer in Bitcoin mining as a service, is thrilled to announce the live launch of its bitcoin mining facility powered by 100% renewable energy in Paraguay, marking a significant milestone in the world of sustainable mining.
  • Sazmining's decision to expand its operations into South America underscores its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and maximizing energy efficiency in the mining industry.
  • Sazmining's new bitcoin mining facility in Paraguay represents a groundbreaking advancement for the Bitcoin mining industry.
  • With the facility now live and running, Sazmining is proud to be at the forefront of carbon-free Bitcoin mining and setting a new standard for the industry.

Sazmining Announces New 100% Green Energy Bitcoin Mining Facility in Paraguay

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

BETHESDA, Md., July 27th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sazmining, a hosted bitcoin mining provider committed to using 100% renewable energy, expands into South America with a new facility in Paraguay. Scheduled to start operating on September 15th, the facility capitalizes on the country's low electricity prices, to offer hosting at just 4.7 cents per kWh, compared to the average US-based cost of 16.1 cents per kWh – a massive difference in savings that makes Paraguay the ideal location to host the most cost-effective way to sustainably mine bitcoin.

Key Points: 
  • Sazmining's Paraguay-based bitcoin mining facility brings the lowest energy costs possible to the bitcoin mining industry.
  • BETHESDA, Md., July 27th, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sazmining , a hosted bitcoin mining provider committed to using 100% renewable energy, expands into South America with a new facility in Paraguay.
  • In 1971, Brazil and Paraguay made a joint agreement to construct the Itaipu Dam, a powerful energy facility generating 14 gigawatts of electricity.
  • The emergence of the bitcoin mining industry now presents a unique solution to this situation, allowing the country of Paraguay to profit from their surplus energy while hosting the most advanced bitcoin mining facility in the world.

Jose Luis Salinas Lanfranco Appointed to the ReGen III Board of Directors

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Friday, October 8, 2021

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 8, 2021) - ReGen III Corp. (TSXV: GIII) (OTCQB: ISRJF) (FSE: PN4) ("ReGen III" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Jose Luis Salinas Lanfranco to the Company's Board of Directors ("the Board").

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 8, 2021) - ReGen III Corp. (TSXV: GIII) (OTCQB: ISRJF) (FSE: PN4) ("ReGen III" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Jose Luis Salinas Lanfranco to the Company's Board of Directors ("the Board").
  • Jose Luis Salinas Lanfranco is a Peruvian, British and Panamanian businessman.
  • For more information on ReGen III or to subscribe to the Company's mailing list, please visit: www.regeniii.com/investors/corporate-presentations and www.regeniii.com/newsletter-subscription .
  • On Behalf of the Board of ReGen III Corp.