Sonnedix has officially inaugurated its 150MW Betierra solar project in Castilla-La Mancha, Cuenca, Spain, a monumental step that propels the company beyond the remarkable milestone of 1GW in owned and operated renewable energy capacity in the country. This achievement solidifies Sonnedix’s position as a leading solar PV player in Spain and underscores its commitment to sustainability and long-term energy solutions.
The Betierra project is a standout in Sonnedix’s portfolio, consisting of three 50MW solar plants connected via shared interconnection infrastructure—an innovative first for a project of this magnitude within the company’s Spanish operations. The renewable energy generated at Betierra is set to power Equinix’s operations under a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) signed in May 2023. This collaboration not only meets Equinix’s energy needs but also contributes significantly to the decarbonization of the Spanish grid.
Betierra is part of a larger 300MW portfolio acquired from RIC Energy in 2021 during its development stage. While Betierra has now reached commercial operation, the remaining 150MW of the portfolio is in late-stage development, reflecting Sonnedix’s strategic focus on expanding its renewable energy footprint.
Axel Thiemann, Sonnedix’s CEO, expressed his pride in reaching this major milestone: “With the inauguration of Betierra, we’re proud to be celebrating the landmark achievement of 1GW capacity in Spain. This comes a month after we celebrated Sonnedix’s 15th anniversary, a journey that started in Spain. From a 1MW solar plant, we have transformed into a leading solar PV player in the country. This portfolio is also our tenth project to reach commercial operation this year alone, reflecting our continued expansion on a global scale.”
Equinix, the recipient of Betierra’s clean energy, shared similar enthusiasm. Eulalia Flo, Managing Director at Equinix in Spain, highlighted the significance of the partnership: “The inauguration of this new solar park marks a milestone in our sustainability strategy. Through this 150MW PPA, resulting from the agreement between Equinix and Sonnedix, we secure a renewable energy source that exceeds the consumption of our data centers in Spain, which are already covered by 100% renewable energy, and at the same time contribute to the decarbonization of the Spanish grid. For Equinix, this is another positive step in our commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2030.”
The Betierra project exemplifies Sonnedix’s long-term vision as an owner, developer, and operator of renewable energy assets. With ten projects reaching commercial operation this year alone, Sonnedix is setting a global standard for solar innovation, proving that renewable energy is not just an ambition—it’s an achievable reality. #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #Sonnedix #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #GreenFuture #Decarbonization #EnergyInnovation #ClimateAction #SolarLeadership