Author: Andrew Lonero

Andrew Lonero is a geochemist, lab manager, and Bitcoin advocate with a deep interest in complex systems, both natural and digital. He runs a geochemical research lab focused on environmental systems and climate change, where he works with high-precision scientific instruments such as mass spectrometers to analyze the elemental and isotopic composition of materials. His passion for technology extends beyond the lab, with a long-standing interest in computer hardware, from GPUs to Bitcoin nodes and ASICs. Andrew first became involved with Bitcoin in 2014, drawn to its open, decentralized nature and its intersection with energy, computing, and financial inclusion. Much like his work in geochemistry, where he deciphers intricate natural systems, he sees Bitcoin as a technological system that requires careful analysis, optimization, and innovation. Through the Progressive Bitcoiner Organization, Andrew is excited to support research that explores Bitcoin’s role in sustainability, economic justice, and social impact.