Equinix signs a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement for 121MW of solar capacity, the largest single-site data center vPPA in Japan.
The deal advances Japan’s renewable energy procurement market and supports Equinix’s goal of 100% renewable coverage for its Japanese operations.
Long-term power offtake from the Sanda Mega Solar Power Plant strengthens grid decarbonization while supporting AI-driven digital infrastructure growth.
Equinix has secured a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement with ENEOS Renewable Energy Corporation to source renewable electricity from the 121MW Sanda Mega Solar Power Plant in Hyogo Prefecture, reinforcing the company’s clean energy strategy in Japan’s constrained renewable procurement market.
The agreement represents the largest vPPA signed by a data center provider in Japan and Equinix’s second power purchase agreement in the country. It is designed to improve renewable energy coverage for the company’s local operations while supporting the rapid expansion of AI-ready digital infrastructure.
Japan remains one of the most challenging markets for corporate renewable procurement due to grid constraints, regulatory complexity, and limited project availability. By securing capacity from one of the country’s largest operating solar facilities, Equinix is strengthening energy resilience while contributing to local grid decarbonization.
Solar Project Repurposes Former Golf Course
The Sanda Mega Solar Power Plant was developed on the grounds of a former golf course and preserves surrounding forested areas. With 121MW of generation capacity, it is the largest solar facility in ENEOS Renewable Energy’s portfolio.
Yasushi Onoda, President and CEO of ENEOS Renewable Energy, said: “We are truly pleased to partner with Equinix on this landmark project. Sanda Mega Solar Power Plant, which utilizes the vast terrain of a former golf course to generate 121MW of clean energy, has the largest capacity among our company’s solar power plants. This vPPA provides the long-term stability needed to foster a more sustainable future for Japan’s technology sector. We will continue to contribute to our customers’ decarbonization efforts and to achieving carbon neutrality in Japan by supplying stable and clean electricity.”
ENEOS Renewable Energy has developed nearly 1 GW of solar capacity across Japan, positioning it as a key partner for large-scale corporate energy procurement.
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Supporting AI Growth and Customer Decarbonization
The agreement is central to Equinix’s commitment to powering its Japanese data centers with 100% renewable energy. It also responds to increasing demand from hyperscale and enterprise clients seeking low-carbon digital infrastructure.
Kuniko Ogawa, Managing Director, Equinix Japan, said: “This landmark 15-year agreement with ENEOS Renewable Energy reflects Equinix’s proactive role in accelerating Japan’s energy transition. By securing one of the nation’s largest solar projects, we are not only enhancing the quality of our renewable energy portfolio but also providing our customers with a robust foundation to meet their evolving, sustainability, digital and AI-driven needs. We remain dedicated to fostering a resilient ecosystem that supports both our customers’ decarbonization goals and the long-term sustainability of the local power grid.”
The long-term structure of the agreement provides price stability and energy supply certainty, key considerations for data center operators facing rising electricity demand driven by artificial intelligence and cloud computing growth.
Navigating Japan’s Renewable Procurement Barriers
Corporate renewable sourcing in Japan has historically lagged behind other major markets due to grid access constraints, limited land availability, and regulatory barriers. Industry groups such as RE100 have highlighted procurement challenges that slow corporate decarbonization efforts.
By structuring a long-term vPPA tied to a large utility-scale solar project, Equinix is contributing to additional renewable capacity while helping to mature Japan’s corporate clean energy market.
Implications for Energy Markets and Corporate Climate Strategy
The agreement demonstrates how long-term power purchase agreements can unlock renewable development in markets where procurement barriers remain high. For technology firms expanding AI and cloud capacity in Asia, energy sourcing is increasingly a strategic risk issue tied to regulatory compliance, cost management, and sustainability commitments.
Equinix’s latest procurement move aligns corporate climate targets with national decarbonization priorities while reinforcing the reliability of Japan’s power grid. As demand for digital infrastructure accelerates, similar long-duration renewable contracts are expected to play a central role in balancing energy security, emissions reduction, and economic competitiveness across the region.
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