Iren Plans 800MW Data Center Campus in Australia
June 3, 2026
Iren Plans 800MW Data Center Campus in Australia
Italian energy and infrastructure group Iren is making a significant push into the Asia-Pacific data center market, announcing plans to develop an 800MW data center campus in Australia. The move underscores the growing demand for large-scale digital infrastructure in the region, driven by cloud adoption and AI workloads.
The proposed campus, one of the largest of its kind in Australia, is designed to support hyperscale cloud providers and enterprise customers. Iren has not yet disclosed the exact location of the site, but the company is actively evaluating options in key Australian markets with access to renewable energy and fiber connectivity. The 800MW capacity positions the project among the most ambitious data center developments globally, reflecting the scale required to meet future compute and storage demands.
Iren’s expansion into Australia aligns with its broader strategy to diversify its portfolio beyond traditional energy services. The company aims to leverage its expertise in power generation and infrastructure to deliver sustainable, energy-efficient data center solutions. “This project represents a major step in Iren’s international growth, combining our energy capabilities with the surging demand for digital infrastructure,” a company spokesperson said.
The announcement comes as Australia’s data center market experiences rapid growth, driven by increasing cloud migration and the rollout of 5G and AI technologies. Industry analysts note that the 800MW campus could help alleviate capacity constraints in the region, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne, where power availability and land scarcity have become pressing issues. The project is expected to create thousands of construction and operational jobs, while also boosting local investment in renewable energy sources.
Iren’s entry into the Australian market also signals a broader trend of European energy firms expanding into data center development, seeking to capitalize on the convergence of energy and digital infrastructure. The company has yet to announce a timeline for the project’s construction phases, but it is expected to proceed in multiple stages over the coming years.
Source: datacenterdynamics
