Sunseap Group has agreed to supply 40GW of renewable energy to Apple which will be used by the technology company to power its operations in Singapore.
Under an off-site power purchase agreement with Apple, Sunseap will supply solar power generated at solar energy systems on rooftops across more than 800 buildings in the country, starting from January next year.
Apple said that the deal will cover all of its electricity needs in Singapore, including its 2,500-person corporate campus and new retail store.
Commenting on the deal, Apple environment, policy and social initiatives vice president Lisa Jackson said: "Climate change is one of the great challenges of our time, and it’s going to take determination and innovation to make the much needed transition to a green economy.
"We’re thrilled to be working with Sunseap and the government of Singapore to pioneer new ways to bring solar energy to the country — and bring Apple even closer to our goal of powering our facilities around the world with 100% renewable energy."
Apple is aimed at using 100% renewable energy to power all of its facilities across the world. It is the first company to be 100% powered by renewable energy in Singapore.
Sunseap Group director Lawrence Wu said: "Sunseap’s blended offer of solar leasing and clean energy retail addresses the issue of limited roof space.
"Clients may now elect to purchase clean energy that fulfills a substantial portion, or even 100% of their electricity requirements. We hope that this will present an exciting new step for the renewable energy sector in both Singapore and the region, sparking a greater acceptance of clean solar energy."
Besides Apple, Sunseap is also working with various government agencies and energy service companies to provide new clean energy product offerings, thus allowing clients to achieve sustainability goals.
Apple recently announced plans to add 2GW of renewable energy capacity in China. The clean electricity generated will be used by its suppliers to power their manufacturing operations in the country.
Image: Sunseap will supply solar power generated at solar energy systems on rooftops across more than 800 buildings in Singapore. Photo: courtesy of Sunseap.