Sembcorp Industries has signed a 25-year deal to supply solar energy to Meta in Singapore, a significant move supporting the tech giant’s goal of operating on 100% renewable energy. This landmark agreement covers a 500MWp solar portfolio, which includes rooftop systems and a 180MWp floating solar farm designed to power Meta’s data centers, offices, and other operations across the country.
Sembcorp-Meta Agreement Drives Renewable Energy Expansion in Singapore
As a leading renewable energy provider in Singapore, Sembcorp Industries has an impressive 1.9GW of installed capacity. The company is also developing a major 1.2GWp floating solar complex on the Kranji Reservoir, which is set to become the largest of its kind in the nation. This initiative aligns with Singapore’s ambitious target of generating 2GW of solar energy by 2030, as outlined in the Singapore Solar Panel Manufacturing Report.
Sembcorp has been instrumental in advancing Singapore’s cleaner energy future, developing some of the country’s most significant solar projects. These include a 60MWp floating solar farm on the Tengeh Reservoir and a 100MWp project across the Lower Seletar and Pandan Reservoirs. Meta’s collaboration with Sembcorp began in 2020 with its first renewable energy agreement outside the United States. “We are thrilled to expand our collaboration with Sembcorp through this new agreement, which will help us meet our global renewable energy targets,” said Bryan Shook, Director of Sustainability and Renewable Energy at Meta.
Floating Solar Farms Boosted by Sembcorp-Meta Agreement
The new agreement between Sembcorp and Meta will support the development of another floating solar farm in Singapore, a key component in the broader effort to increase renewable energy use in the region. Because Singapore has limited space for conventional solar installations, floating solar technology offers a promising solution.
Sembcorp has been at the forefront of floating solar technology, and the new farm on the Kranji Reservoir will further solidify its leadership in this field. This project will help meet the increasing demand for renewable energy as more companies in Singapore strive to reduce their carbon footprints. In addition to the floating solar farm, Sembcorp’s solar portfolio includes rooftop installations, which boosts the availability of clean energy in a country where land is at a premium.
The floating solar farm on the Kranji Reservoir, a key part of this initiative, is scheduled for completion by 2025. This timeline aligns with Meta’s goal of achieving 100% renewable energy for its Singapore operations and supports its global commitment to net-zero emissions by 2030. For further insights on Singapore’s solar energy landscape, explore how the country achieved its solar target two years ahead of schedule here.
Partnership Bolsters Singapore’s National Clean Energy Goals
The collaboration between Sembcorp and Meta is a crucial part of Singapore’s wider efforts to transition to renewable energy. The country’s goal of generating 2GW of solar energy by 2030 relies heavily on initiatives like the new floating solar farm on the Kranji Reservoir. This partnership not only cements Sembcorp’s leadership in Singapore’s renewable energy sector but also marks a significant milestone in the nation’s journey toward a more sustainable future.