Microsoft is purchasing 100 megawatts of solar capacity from Japanese developer Shizen Energy.
The agreement, announced by the companies later last week, covers four different solar developments. One is already working and three are under construction. This transaction covers production from the factory for 20 years.
Based in Seattle, Microsoft already operates two data centers in Japan. Microsoft’s computing power is expected to expand as the company invests $2.9 billion in the country within next year.
Solar has been a lucrative source of power for high-tech companies and data center operators in recent years. This is because it is quick and inexpensive to build. Solar is one of the cheapest forms of new generation capabilities, and projects are usually completed within 18 months. Additionally, users can unleash their power before the entire project is complete.
Microsoft has been a major solar buyer in recent months. Since the start of the year, the company has signed up for 1 gigawatt solar capacity.
