Equinix signs second renewable energy PPA with Sembcorp Power
Author: PPD Team Date: December 4, 2024
Author: PPD Team Date: December 4, 2024
Equinix has entered its second power purchase agreement with Sembcorp Power to source renewable energy.
The project, with a maximum capacity of 58.5 MWp, will be developed on JTC properties on Jurong Island.
This includes 60 hectares of vacant land and rooftops of five JTC buildings, such as the Jurong Rock Caverns above-ground facilities and the Jurong Island Checkpoint.
The project is expected to begin operations in 2029.
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