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Upstream Data Africa is pioneering a new approach to Bitcoin mining in Africa, one that transforms flared natural gas and surplus power into 24/7 computing power and reliable digital revenue.
We deploy mobile, modular data centers directly to oil and gas fields, capturing wasted energy and converting it into computing horsepower. This isn’t theory — it’s a working model that’s creating a new market for Africa’s stranded gas while directly reducing emissions and improving ESG performance.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower energy producers and utilities across Africa by monetizing vented/flared gas and stabilizing power systems through the strategic deployment of portable data centers and digital infrastructure, turning environmental and operational challenges into economic and sustainable advantages.

Our Vision

To be the leading force transforming stranded energy resources into valuable digital assets and grid stability solutions for Africa’s energy future.

What is gas flaring?

Gas flaring is the controlled combustion of associated petroleum gas (APG) released during oil extraction, hydrocarbon processing, petrochemical operations, or waste management. It serves critical safety (preventing explosions via pressure relief), operational (during start-ups, shut-downs, or upsets), and economic functions (disposal when capture/transport is non-viable, particularly in remote areas). However, this practice results in significant detrimental impacts: it wastes valuable energy resources, contributes substantially to anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions (releasing direct CO₂ and potent methane from incomplete combustion), and generates hazardous air pollutants.

According to 2023 World Bank GGFR satellite data, global flaring of approximately 148 billion cubic meters emitted over 381 million tonnes of CO₂-equivalent – comparable to annual emissions from 77 million passenger vehicles. Furthermore, the emitted toxic pollutants (including NOₓ, SO₂, PM, VOCs, and Black Carbon) elevate proximate community health risks for respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and adverse pregnancy outcomes.

Importance of In-Field Computing

In-Field Computing Technology drives a shift in the oil and gas sector by mitigating low gas prices and regulatory risks. It converts economically marginal or liability-grade gas streams into revenue-generating assets through the elimination of traditional midstream infrastructure bottlenecks. This liberates upstream operations, enabling operators to redefine asset economics, production methodologies, and gas monetization pathways.

Oil and gas operators across Africa routinely flare vast volumes of natural gas due to infrastructure gaps, poor offtake markets, or regulatory limitations. This practice represents a triple loss:

Environmental loss – contributing to CO₂ and methane emissions

Economic loss – billions of cubic feet of energy burned without value

Regulatory pressure – growing scrutiny around ESG compliance and flare reduction mandates

Our Design Solution

Our approach isn’t just about mining Bitcoin  it’s about reshaping how energy infrastructure generates value in a carbon-conscious, digitally connected world. Here’s what our mobile gas-to-compute solution brings to the table:

Generate New Revenue Streams from Previously Wasted Resources

Traditional oil and gas operations often treat stranded gas as a liability — something to flare or reinject when commercial offtake is unavailable. We flip that script.

By capturing and utilizing this gas to power high-efficiency data centers, we transform a loss into a digital revenue stream. Each cubic foot of gas becomes a fuel source for 24/7 Bitcoin mining or high-performance compute, delivering predictable, on-site income in real time — no pipelines, no grid, no middlemen.

Improve Operational Efficiency and Reduce Environmental Impact

Our solution integrates directly with existing wellheads and generation assets, requiring minimal retrofitting and no major CapEx. Once deployed, it consumes excess or flared gas that would otherwise go unused, allowing producers to maximize the output of their existing energy assets.

At the same time, we cut down on harmful emissions associated with flaring — including CO₂, methane, and black carbon — helping operators move toward leaner, cleaner operations.

Enhance Your ESG Profile and Comply with Flaring Regulations

With global and local governments cracking down on routine flaring, companies are under pressure to show real action. Our model provides an immediate and measurable way to:

  • Reduce flare volumes
  • Meet regulatory thresholds
  • Report tangible ESG progress to investors and stakeholders

This isn’t just sustainability theater — it’s infrastructure that improves your carbon profile while also delivering bottom-line results.

Diversify Your Energy and Revenue Mix

In volatile markets where commodity prices fluctuate, relying solely on gas sales for profitability is risky. Our compute-powered revenue model creates a parallel income stream that’s global, digital, and largely independent of energy market cycles.

Whether you’re selling gas to downstream markets or mining Bitcoin on-site, you’re no longer tied to a single source of revenue. This diversification boosts financial resilience and positions your operation for long-term relevance in a digitized economy.

Our Team

Management Team

Engr. Oladapo Ojo

(FNSE, COREN)
CEO-Founder/Board Management Director

Felix Manford

COO/Technical Manager/Board Management Director
Visionary Tech Entrepreneur & Strategic Leader

Engr. Pius Akemu

Project Manager/Chief Strategy Officer and Board Management Director

Board of Directors & Advisors

James Odunuga

Board of Directors
Technical & Investment Advisor

Bunmi Daramola

Board of Directors
Legal & Investment Advisor

Olamilekan Paul Kayode

Board of Directors
Strategic Finance Advisor

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Engr. Oladapo Ojo

(FNSE, COREN)
CEO-Founder/Board Management Director

A visionary engineer and proven CEO with over 17 years of leadership at a leading African energy, oil and gas services firm. Oladapo brings a demonstrated history of executing complex, large-scale projects for major international oil companies, local indigenous oil and gas E&Ps, leveraging deep expertise in instrumentation, automation, software, controls systems, power systems, and strategic growth.
As co-founder and Managing Director/CEO of DAPTEM Engineering for the past 14 years, Oladapo drives strategic growth, leveraging his extensive training in the UK, US, Asia, and Europe. One of the great milestones in his drive for business opportunities and growth was the award of a flare gas site to DAPTEM under the Nigerian Gas Flare Commercialization Program (NGFCP) by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Chevron Nigeria Utonana flare site is located within OML 49, an onshore block in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, which is a key part of Chevron’s joint venture with NNPC. OML 49 is a major gas supplier to the Nigerian domestic market and contains significant reserves in the Gbokoda and Dibi fields)
A certified fellow member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (FNSE) and Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Senior member of ISA (International Society of Automation). Oladapo also holds membership in other international professional bodies. He is a B.Eng. holder in Electrical / Electronics from the University of Ado Ekiti. Eng. Oladapo is a Tech, crypto and block-chain enthusiast. His formidable industry reputation and proven track records of delivering high-value results are now driving innovation and electrifying the future at TerraVolts Technologies.

Felix Manford

COO/Technical Manager/Board Management Director
Visionary Tech Entrepreneur & Strategic Leader

Felix Manford is a dynamic entrepreneur and strategic innovator with a proven track record of building transformative technology ventures that bridge emerging markets with global opportunities. As the co-founder and CEO of Tendo, a groundbreaking social commerce platform, Felix has demonstrated exceptional prowess in leveraging technology to empower micro-entrepreneurs across Africa. Under his leadership, Tendo has attracted significant investments from top-tier firms like YCombinator, Google, and Catalyst Fund, validating its innovative model and scalability.

With a background in business administration from the University of Ghana and experience at Goldman Sachs in global investment research, Felix combines financial acumen with deep market insights to drive ventures that are both commercially viable and socially impactful. His work at Tendo enabling thousands of resellers to launch online businesses without upfront capital showcases his ability to identify untapped opportunities and create scalable solutions that address critical market gaps.

Felix’s leadership extends beyond entrepreneurship; he is also a dedicated advocate for education and innovation in Africa, exemplified by his support for the Prempeh College Robotics Team and his commitment to fostering next-generation talent . His strategic vision, coupled with a passion for leveraging technology to drive economic empowerment, makes him an invaluable asset to TerraVolt Technologies’ mission of revolutionizing stranded energy via digital infrastructural solutions. Felix is a Tech, crypto and block-chain enthusiast.

“Innovation is about creating pathways for others to thrive—whether in commerce or clean energy.” 

Felix Manford

Engr. Pius Akemu

Project Manager/Chief Strategy Officer
Board Management Director

COREN-registered engineer with over 20 years of leadership experience in the oil and gas /energy sector brings a formidable blend of strategic vision and technical excellence to our team. As the CEO of a successful engineering firm, he has a proven track record of driving growth and delivering complex, multi-sector projects from conception to completion.

His unique dual background in Electrical Engineering and Biochemistry fuels innovative problem-solving, perfectly aligning with TerraVolt’s mission to pioneer cutting-edge, sustainable energy solutions. Pius’s expertise in operational excellence and strategic expansion is a powerful asset, ensuring we are built on a foundation of precision engineering and execution capability that delivers investor confidence and market success.

James Odunuga

Board of Directors
Technical & Investment Advisor

With 20 years of expertise across banking, petroleum, and renewable energy sectors, James Odunuga is a proven leader in driving high impact energy projects from conception to execution. His pioneering work includes developing Nigeria’s first indigenous export terminal and modular LPG plant showcasing his ability to bridge traditional energy systems with innovative, sustainable solutions.

As a key strategic mind at TerraVolts Technologies, James leverages his deep background in asset planning, field development, and risk management to de-risk ventures and deliver commercially viable clean energy projects. His advanced degrees in Petroleum Geoscience (Heriot Watt University) and Business (Warwick MBA) equip him with a unique blend of technical and financial expertise, essential for navigating complex markets and attracting investor confidence.

James’ track record of transforming ambitious visions into operational successes coupled with his thought leadership at forums like the Offshore Technology Conference signals TerraVolts’ capacity to execute scalable, market-responsive strategies that promise superior returns in the evolving global energy landscape.

“Innovation in energy isn’t just about technology it’s about building scalable, sustainable systems that create lasting value.”
James Odunuga

Bunmi Daramola

Board of Directors
Legal & Investment Advisor

Bunmi Daramola is a lawyer with vast experience in Law practice, includes but not limited to; Oil and Gas, Corporate Commercial Advisory, Energy and Renewable Energy Law, Real Estate Consultancy and Investments, Startups supports, FINTECH, and Merger and Acquisition.
Bunmi immensely supports companies in the Nigeria Gas Commercialization Program which led to the commercialization of the flare gas in Nigeria, and he recently advised and implemented the Acquisition of Shopa Life by Tendo Technologies. Bunmi is the Managing Partner in a fully serviced law firm in Nigeria and diaspora

Olamilekan Paul Kayode

Board of Directors
Strategic Finance Advisor

Olamilekan Paul Kayode is a seasoned Finance Officer and energy industry professional with a proven track record in driving financial strategy and operational excellence within the oil and gas sector. With expertise spanning petroleum economics, business planning, and operations management, he brings a robust financial acumen to TerraVolt Technologies, ensuring strategic fiscal leadership and sustainable growth. His experience includes managing complex financial frameworks and optimizing resource allocation in high-stakes energy environments, making him instrumental in advancing TerraVolt’s mission to revolutionize renewable energy solutions.

A skilled analyst and strategic thinker, Olamilekan holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Durham Business School, where he honed his capabilities in financial modeling, risk assessment, and cross-functional leadership. His proficiency in analytical decision-making and operational efficiency aligns seamlessly with TerraVolt’s focus on innovative clean energy projects.

Olamilekan’s career demonstrates a unique blend of financial stewardship and energy sector insight, positioning him to bridge traditional energy expertise with TerraVolt’s forward-thinking initiatives. His ability to navigate complex market dynamics and deliver data-driven solutions ensures that TerraVolt remains financially agile and investor-ready, capable of scaling technologies that meet global sustainability demands.

“Strategic finance isn’t just about numbers—it’s about fueling innovation that transforms industries and communities.” 

Olamilekan Paul Kayode