Equinix, a global provider of digital infrastructure, has signed its first power purchase agreement (PPA) in India with CleanMax, a major renewable energy provider in Asia’s commercial and industrial sector. Under this agreement, Equinix and CleanMax will establish a 33 MW Captive Power Plant in Maharashtra, designed to supply renewable energy for Equinix’s expanding portfolio of data centres in Mumbai, aligning with India’s renewable energy goals.
The Captive Power Project will include 26.4 MWp of solar capacity and 6.6 MW of wind capacity, scheduled to go live in phases starting in 2025. Once fully operational, the project will supply renewable energy for Equinix’s International Business Exchange (IBX) data centres in Mumbai, which are seeing increased demand driven by AI advancements.
Manoj Paul, Managing Director, India, Equinix said, “We are thrilled to partner with CleanMax to establish this Captive Power Plant in Maharashtra, India. This PPA not only strengthens our commitment to sustainability but also enables us to provide our customers in India with 100% renewable energy coverage for their deployments at Equinix. India ranks fourth globally for total renewable power capacity additions.1 As a market leader in India, Equinix is committed to supporting the country’s sustainable development goals.”
Raouf Abdel, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, Equinix said, “Digital infrastructure has become the critical foundation of the economy. As the demand for data centres continues to grow, ensuring a sustainable and reliable energy source becomes a significant challenge. This investment aligns with our long-term commitment to sustainability and reinforces our position as a leader in the industry. We are excited to contribute to the growth of the Indian market while driving positive change and fostering a more sustainable future for data centres.”
Kuldeep Jain, Managing Director of CleanMax said, “CleanMax is delighted to be chosen by Equinix to decarbonise its data centres in Mumbai. CleanMax has always focused on being the net-zero partner of choice for corporates globally. This partnership signifies a milestone step towards transforming the energy landscape for digital infrastructure. The landmark initiative will illustrate how corporates can support their growth ambitions while simultaneously nurturing sustainable operations.”
