Google commits to 600 MW of solar with energyRe in South Carolina

The tech giant strengthens its partnership with energyRe through a second agreement covering more than 600 MW of solar projects, bringing the total commitment to over 1 GWac of renewable capacity.

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American large-scale renewable energy project developer energyRe has announced the signing of an agreement with Google for the purchase of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) from a portfolio of more than 600 MW of solar and solar-plus-storage projects in South Carolina. This collaboration marks the second between the two companies, bringing their combined committed capacity to over 1 GWac.

The contract enables Google to support its data centres while addressing the region’s growing energy needs through locally generated power. The partnership aligns with Google’s long-term strategy to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its operations and value chain by 2030, without altering the existing energy infrastructure.

A strategic partnership to meet growing demand

Amanda Peterson Corio, Head of Data Centre Energy at Google, stated that strengthening the grid with more reliable and renewable sources is essential for supporting digital infrastructure. She added that this project would help power Google’s facilities while contributing to South Carolina’s local economic growth.

The projects are still under development but will be integrated into energyRe’s national portfolio, which also includes high-voltage transmission, onshore and offshore wind, and energy storage assets. The company promotes a multi-sectoral approach to support the transition of the U.S. power grid.

A coordinated national expansion

According to Miguel Prado, Chief Executive Officer of energyRe, the agreement with Google marks a significant step in developing local and dependable energy solutions. He noted the company’s intention to address the rapid growth in electricity demand with projects that can deliver both stability and competitiveness to end users.

energyRe continues to expand across various U.S. markets, targeting high-growth regions where generation capacity needs reinforcement. The agreement with Google in South Carolina reflects this momentum, as technology companies increasingly become major buyers of renewable power, reshaping contract models in the energy market.

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