Equinix has signed its first renewable energy power purchase agreement ( PPA ) in Japan with Trina Solar International Systems Business Unit ( Trina Solar ISBU ), securing 30 megawatts of renewable electricity capacity.

Scheduled to start in 2028, the 20-year agreement will deliver renewable energy from the Yufutsu Abira Solar Project in Hokkaido, reinforcing Equinix’s global sustainability objectives.

According to Equinix, the investment advances its commitment to supporting the addition of new renewable energy sources in the local markets where it operates. It also aligns with Japan’s broader decarbonization efforts, contributing directly to the country’s energy transition.

Underlining the company's proactive role in fostering new renewable energy capacity on the Japanese grid, the agreement further enhances its renewable energy procurement strategy in Japan by adding new, locally sourced renewable capacity.

"Reliance on digital technologies driven by innovations like AI continues to expand rapidly, increasing data centres’ energy demands. Equinix is committed to addressing these energy challenges as sustainably as possible,” says Kuniko Ogawa, managing director of Equinix Japan.

“Our first PPA in Japan empowers our customers to confidently pursue aggressive decarbonization objectives, knowing the energy consumption of their data centre operations at Equinix is covered by renewable energy.

“By proactively investing in new renewable energy projects, Equinix is not only improving the quality of its renewable energy coverage but also helping to pave the way towards a more sustainable digital economy for Japan," Ogawa adds.

Equinix has already achieved 100% renewable energy coverage for its Japan operations, and this agreement will enhance renewable energy quality through contributing new renewable capacity to the local power grid.

Feng Chen, representative director and country head, Trina Solar ISBU Japan, adds: This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering sustainable energy solutions and supporting Japan’s transition to clean power. The Hokkaido solar farm will contribute to Equinix’s renewable energy initiatives while reinforcing our vision of advancing solar development in Japan. We look forward to more partnerships driving the country’s green energy future."