Masdar과 Khazna는 그리스 데이터센터에 청정 에너지를 공급할 계획이다.

Masdar and Khazna Data Centers have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore clean energy and storage solutions for data centres in Greece. The partnership aims to support the country's expanding digital infrastructure as AI, cloud computing and other digital services increase electricity demand.

Separately, Masdar has agreed to acquire and develop a solar photovoltaic project exceeding 550 megawatts (MW) from Lightsource bp. Expected to become operational by the end of 2026, the facility could generate enough electricity to supply more than 200,000 homes annually. Masdar also plans to integrate battery storage to improve grid flexibility and renewable energy integration. The acquisition remains subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions.

The agreements form part of Masdar's expansion in Greece through TERNA ENERGY, which it fully acquired in 2025. While the solar investment will increase renewable generation capacity, the separate partnership with Khazna remains exploratory, with no specific data centre project or dedicated electricity supply arrangement announced.

Why does it matter?

The agreements highlight the growing relationship between digital infrastructure expansion and renewable energy investment. As AI and cloud computing increase electricity demand, closer coordination between data centre developers and energy providers could help align digital growth with climate objectives. However, the environmental benefits will depend on how future facilities are powered, whether additional renewable capacity is developed and how electricity demand affects the wider grid.