Tokyo, Japan — October 2025:
Microsoft has signed a new agreement to purchase 100 megawatts (MW) of solar power capacity from Japanese renewable energy developer Shizen Energy, marking another significant step in the company’s global clean energy and sustainability goals.
The deal, unveiled late last week, includes four separate solar developments — one already operational and three currently under construction. Under the 20-year contract, Microsoft will receive the energy output from these facilities to support its cloud and AI computing infrastructure across Japan.
Seattle-based Microsoft currently operates two data centers in Japan, and its compute infrastructure is slated to expand significantly as the company invests $2.9 billion in the country over the next year.
In recent years, solar energy has become the preferred power source for major tech companies and data center operators due to its low cost, quick build times, and scalability. Most solar projects can be completed within 18 months, allowing companies to begin using renewable energy even before construction is fully finished.
This latest solar purchase highlights Microsoft’s broader commitment to Future Technology Trends and sustainable innovation. By contracting more than 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar capacity since the beginning of the year, Microsoft continues to solidify its role as a global leader in clean energy transformation.
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