Partial Curtailment at Iowa Site + Why It Matters

Hello,

Please be advised that there will be a partial curtailment at the Iowa location.

All associated downtime will be fully credited on the invoice you receive the following month.

⚡ Why Do Curtailments Happen?

Curtailments are temporary reductions in energy usage requested by utility companies during periods of high demand or grid instability—typically due to heat waves, storms, or supply constraints.

They are part of nationwide demand response programs designed to:

• Maintain grid stability and avoid blackouts

• Reduce load during peak hours

• Support renewable energy integration

• Provide financial incentives to large power users

???? What Happens During a Curtailment?

Data centers like ours participate in these programs and respond by:

• Powering down non-critical systems

• Reducing cooling demands

• Shifting workloads where possible

• Utilizing on-site backup power

These events usually last 1–14 hours and are closely monitored to ensure proper billing and compliance.

₿ How Bitcoin Mining Helps the Grid

Bitcoin mining is uniquely positioned to support the U.S. energy grid:

• Flexible Load: Miners can shut down within seconds, making them ideal for demand response.

• Remote Location Use: Mining sites are often located near underutilized or remote energy sources.

• Absorbing Excess Supply: During times of surplus wind or solar production, miners use power that would otherwise go to waste.

• Grid Revenue Stability: By buying power off-peak and curtailing on demand, miners help stabilize electricity prices and support renewable integration.

Thank you for your continued partnership—and for being part of a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy future.

Best regards,

Musk Team