Equinix partners with alternative energy providers for AI

Equinix announces agreements with multiple alternative energy providers to support AI-ready data center growth.

• Main announcement: Equinix has signed or announced agreements and pre-orders with advanced energy providers including Oklo (procure 500MW from Aurora reactors), Radiant (preorder of 20 Kaleidos microreactors), ULC-Energy with Rolls-Royce SMR (Letter of Intent for a PPA up to 250 MWe for data centers in the Netherlands), Stellaria (pre-order power agreement for 500 MWe to expand data centers across Europe), and Bloom Energy (expand solid-oxide fuel cell deployment to more than 100MW at over 19 data centers in six states); these actions target on-site generation, PPAs and grid-strengthening investments to support data center and AI demand.
• Background and program details: Equinix is executing a diversified portfolio power strategy including funding advanced transmission upgrades and substations, emergency backup solutions, investments in fuel cells and natural gas, and supporting advanced nuclear technologies; the release cites IEA: electricity growth ~4% annually through 2027, Equinix’s target to source 100% clean and renewable energy by 2030, current 96% renewable coverage in 2024 (with 250 sites at 100% renewable), adoption of ASHRAE A1 Allowable standards since 2022, and plans to expand advanced liquid cooling to over 100 data centers across 45 metros.