AirTrunk and renewable energy developer ib vogt have commenced commercial operations for a 29.99MW solar project in Malaysia, marking the country’s first renewable energy Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) for a data centre under the Corporate Green Power Programme (CGPP). This initiative is a significant step in integrating hyperscale digital infrastructure with renewable energy solutions.
The solar facility, developed by ib vogt, is now operational and contributing clean energy to Malaysia’s grid. This project aligns with AirTrunk’s commitment to match 100% of its electricity consumption with renewable energy by 2030. Damien Spillane, Chief Customer & Innovation Officer of AirTrunk, emphasised the importance of securing renewable energy to support sustainable digital growth as demand for cloud and AI infrastructure rises across the Asia Pacific region.
David Ludwig, CEO of ib vogt APAC, highlighted the company’s dedication to decarbonisation, stating, “At ib vogt, our purpose is to change the world by making decarbonisation a reality for our partners.” This project not only supports Malaysia’s renewable energy goals but also showcases how collaboration between digital infrastructure providers and renewable energy developers can drive the transition to a lower-carbon economy.
The initiative builds on AirTrunk’s broader renewable energy strategy, following recent announcements of solar farm projects in Australia. As operations continue, this collaboration is set to enhance Malaysia’s renewable energy capacity and support long-term digital infrastructure growth.
