Global Infrastructure SherpaEquinix signs wind PPA with Auren Energia in Brazil
Equinix announced a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Auren Energia to off-take renewable energy from two wind farms in Brazil, covering a substantial portion of Equinix's energy needs in the country. This partnership, scheduled to begin in 2026, supports Equinix's goal of 100 percent clean energy by 2030 and ensures operational security for its data centers while contributing to Brazil's decarbonization efforts. Auren Energia, the third-largest energy generator in Brazil with 8.8GW of installed capacity, will supply clean and stable energy to enable Equinix's continued expansion in the data center sector.
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The deal will cover a "substantial portion" of Equinix's energy needs in Brazil. Quote: "in a deal which will cover a "substantial portion" of Equinix's energy needs in Brazil." Equinix aims to operate with 100 percent clean energy by 2030. Quote: "Equinix aims to operate with 100 percent clean energy by 2030, having reached 96 percent in 2024." Equinix has already achieved full renewable energy coverage in Brazil. Quote: "In Brazil, it has already achieved full renewable energy coverage." Auren Energia is the third-largest energy generator in Brazil. Quote: "Auren Energia is the third-largest energy generator in Brazil." Auren Energia operates in nine states with 39 assets and a total installed capacity of 8.8GW, encompassing wind, solar, and hydroelectric sources. Quote: "The company operates in nine states with 39 assets and a total installed capacity of 8.8GW, encompassing wind, solar, and hydroelectric sources."
"Equinix has announced a renewable energy deal in Brazil. The colo firm last week announced a partnership with Auren Energia. The company will off-take from two wind farms in the country"
"The colo firm last week announced a partnership with Auren Energia. The company will off-take from two wind farms in the country"
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