Google has marked a significant milestone in renewable energy adoption by signing its first offshore wind power purchase agreement (PPA) in Taiwan. The agreement, finalised in March 2025, involves purchasing power from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ (CIP) Fengmiao I project, situated 35 kilometres off Taichung’s coast, representing Google’s first offshore wind venture in Asia-Pacific.
The 495-megawatt Fengmiao I wind farm, scheduled to commence operations by late 2027, will play a crucial role in Google’s ambitious goal of achieving 24/7 carbon-free energy for all its operations by 2030. This initiative encompasses the company’s data centres, cloud region, and office facilities across Taiwan.
The project has secured substantial financial backing, attracting approximately $3.1 billion in investments from a consortium of 27 international and Taiwanese banks. This robust financial support demonstrates strong confidence in Taiwan’s offshore wind sector development.
Giorgio Fortunato, Google’s Head of Clean Energy and Power for Asia Pacific, emphasized the significance of this partnership with CIP, describing it as a “new chapter” in the company’s regional clean energy initiatives. The Fengmiao I project will integrate with Google’s existing renewable energy portfolio, which includes solar and geothermal projects.
Technical implementation of the project involves deploying 33 units of Vestas’ latest 15 MW turbines. Vestas, an established turbine supplier with proven experience in Taiwan, brings valuable expertise to ensure the project’s success through proven offshore wind technology.
The project emerged victorious during Taiwan’s Round 3.1 offshore wind auction, securing both site exclusivity and grid capacity. It holds the distinction of being the first project from this round to achieve financial closure and begin construction phases.
I-Chun Hsiao, Senior Lead for APAC at Google Energy and Infrastructure, highlighted the project’s role as a “key catalyst” for Taiwan’s offshore wind sector. The initiative aligns perfectly with Google’s global strategy to operate on carbon-free electricity continuously across all its operational regions.
The partnership represents CIP’s development through its fifth flagship fund, Copenhagen Infrastructure V (CI V), which focuses on energy transition initiatives in low-risk countries. This marks Google’s second global power purchase agreement with CIP for offshore wind power, strengthening the collaborative relationship between both organisations.
This strategic investment extends beyond corporate sustainability targets, contributing significantly to Taiwan’s national clean energy objectives. The Fengmiao I project demonstrates the successful integration of global technology corporations with local renewable energy developments, setting a precedent for future sustainable energy initiatives in the region.
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