Solar-Powered Data Centers In Brazil
Atlas Renewable Energy, an international renewable energy solutions provider, is entering the data center sector in Latin America through a contract with Sao Paulo-based telecom and data storage provider V.tal. As part of the agreement, Atlas is building the Draco Solar plant in the Brazilian city of Arinos, generating about 1150 GWh of clean energy annually.
“With this contract, we aim to service Latin America’s data centers by shifting toward sustainable energy solutions, especially given their ever-increasing importance in our region and the world,” said Carlos Barrera, chief executive officer of Atlas Renewable Energy. “Our agreement with V.tal solidifies our footprint in Latin America’s data center sector. But it is only the first step; we look forward to supporting the operations of digital infrastructure companies throughout the region, helping drive growth powered by clean energy, as well as competitiveness in the information and communications technology industry.”
Data centers have gained significant momentum on the regional and global stage, driven by the rise of artificial intelligence, the proliferation of 5G networks, and the growing demand for multi-screen experiences. As information sharing among millions of users accelerates exponentially, the industry faces an urgent need for a reliable and predictable energy supply and enhanced energy efficiency.
The Draco solar plant (579 MWp) will dedicate 710 GWh of its full capacity annually to powering V.tal’s buildings throughout Brazil, as well as the current and future data center park owned by Tecto, the company’s data center business unit. The remaining capacity will be available for purchase by other companies seeking to meet their sustainability goals. Hospital network Primavera Saúde and poultry producer Rivelli have both already signed contracts to receive power from the new plant.
