CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, Asia’s largest Rated-4 datacenter operator, has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) — a subsidiary of NTPC Limited — to jointly develop renewable power projects with a combined capacity of up to 2 gigawatts (GW).
The agreement marks a key milestone in CtrlS’s long-term sustainability strategy, aligning with India’s growing push to power digital infrastructure with clean energy. The MoU was signed by Sridhar Pinnapureddy, Founder & CEO of CtrlS Datacenters, and Sarit Maheshwari, CEO of NGEL.
Pioneering Green Power for India’s Digital Future
Under the two-year MoU, CtrlS and NGEL will collaborate on grid-connected renewable energy assets through greenfield projects and acquisitions. The renewable power generated will primarily serve CtrlS’s datacentres for captive consumption, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and aligning operations with India’s net-zero emission goals.
“This MoU marks a pivotal step in our journey toward building a sustainable digital future,” said Pinnapureddy. “Partnering with NTPC Green Energy allows us to power our datacentres with renewable energy, enhance operational efficiency, and move closer to achieving carbon neutrality.”
The partnership will focus on solar, wind, and hybrid power systems, with flexibility to expand to other forms of green energy as technology evolves. Both companies will explore further collaborations in energy storage, grid optimisation, and renewable asset management.
Sustainability Meets Scalability
With India emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing data economies, sustainability has become a central concern for hyperscalers, enterprises, and colocation providers. CtrlS — which operates over 250 MW of data centre capacity across India — has been progressively integrating renewable power solutions into its operations.
“This collaboration represents our shared vision for a cleaner, more resilient future,” said Maheshwari of NGEL. “As datacentres expand to meet global AI and cloud demand, reliable green energy becomes both a sustainability and strategic imperative.”
CtrlS’s facilities already include green-certified campuses in Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Noida, supported by advanced cooling systems, power usage optimisation, and on-site solar installations. The NTPC partnership will now scale that effort to a national level, ensuring renewable energy access for future hyperscale campuses.
Supporting India’s Net-Zero Ambitions
India’s datacentre industry is expected to grow to over 2,000 MW capacity by 2026, driven by cloud computing, AI, and 5G infrastructure. According to industry estimates, energy consumption by data centres could account for nearly 4% of India’s total electricity demand by 2030.
By sourcing renewable power at scale, CtrlS and NGEL aim to set a benchmark for climate-responsible digital growth. The partnership also aligns with NTPC’s national mission to build 60 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2032.
Building the Next-Gen Green Digital Grid
Beyond reducing carbon emissions, the collaboration is expected to improve power reliability, cost efficiency, and resilience for CtrlS’s hyperscale customers — which include global cloud service providers, financial institutions, and AI infrastructure companies.
“This partnership sends a strong signal that sustainability and innovation are no longer separate goals — they are interdependent drivers of growth,” Pinnapureddy said. “Together, CtrlS and NTPC are laying the foundation for a green digital grid that powers India’s AI and cloud revolution.”
