QTS signs 48MW solar PPA with Engie to power Texas data center operations

Engie North America has signed a 48MW solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with QTS, a major data center provider, to support the company's operations in Irving, Texas. The deal underscores the growing intersection between data center expansion and renewable energy procurement as operators seek to meet sustainability targets while ensuring reliable power supply.

The agreement was finalized alongside a separate PPA between Engie and Abei Energy, under which Engie secured capacity from Abei Energy's Lubio Solar project in north-central Texas. The solar facility, with a total capacity of 61MW, is being developed in Kaufman County, Texas, and is expected to reach completion in April 2028. Once operational, the project will be connected to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid, which serves most of the state's electricity demand.

For QTS, the PPA represents a strategic step in its broader renewable energy roadmap. The company operates a data center campus in Irving, located adjacent to Dallas, spanning 55 acres at 6431 Longhorn Drive, with 147MW of capacity across three buildings. Beyond Irving, QTS maintains additional Texas campuses in Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Dallas, making the state a key part of its national footprint.

"This project is a meaningful step forward in our renewable energy strategy, supporting the long-term sustainability and operational resilience of our Texas footprint," said Travis Wright, vice president of energy and sustainability at QTS. "By partnering with Engie, we're able to support reliable, renewable energy procurement while simplifying delivery through our retail supply arrangement. Collaborations like this help us align clean energy procurement with the operational needs of our data centers."

The partnership reflects a broader trend in the data center industry, where operators are increasingly locking in long-term renewable power agreements to address both environmental commitments and the rising energy demands of digital infrastructure. As AI workloads and cloud services continue to drive capacity growth, access to dependable clean energy has become a critical factor in site selection and expansion planning.

"Data center customers continue to seek long-term, dependable renewable energy solutions that align with both operational and sustainability goals," said Taymur Bunkheila, regional vice president of key accounts and energy+ at Engie North America. "Engie's global experience and integrated capabilities enable us to structure customized solutions that seamlessly combine renewable generation with retail power supply."

Engie has established itself as a significant partner for the data center sector, having signed numerous PPAs with major technology companies including Meta, Google, and Amazon. The company's ability to bundle renewable generation with retail supply arrangements offers data center operators a streamlined path to meeting their clean energy objectives.