CtrlS Datacenters Signs MoU with NTPC Green Energy to Develop 2 GW Renewable Power Capacity

CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, Asia’s largest Rated-4 datacenter operator, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), a subsidiary of NTPC Limited, to collaborate on large-scale renewable energy projects aimed at powering its data infrastructure sustainably.

The agreement was formalized between Sridhar Pinnapureddy, Founder & CEO of CtrlS, and Sarit Maheshwari, CEO of NGEL. The partnership seeks to combine CtrlS’s growing energy demand for its expanding data center network with NGEL’s expertise in green energy generation.

Under the MoU, both companies will jointly explore the development of grid-connected renewable energy assets totaling up to 2 GW or more through greenfield projects or acquisitions. The renewable energy generated will be supplied primarily for CtrlS’s captive use, helping it transition toward net-zero operations. The agreement is valid for two years with an option for extension.

Speaking on the collaboration, Sridhar Pinnapureddy said the partnership is a key milestone in building a sustainable digital infrastructure ecosystem. He emphasized that renewable energy adoption is essential for powering AI-driven data growth responsibly. NGEL CEO Sarit Maheshwari underscored the significance of ensuring reliable green power to support the rapid expansion of data centers, while aligning with India’s carbon reduction goals.

This collaboration reflects a broader shift in India’s digital infrastructure strategy—integrating clean energy, resilience and sustainability to meet rising data and computing demands.