NEC and e& Sign Sustainability MoU; Indonesia and Brazil Collaborate on Hybrid Energy Projects

NEC and e& Partner to Accelerate Sustainability in Telecommunications

In a significant step toward sustainability, NEC Corporation and UAE-based e&, a global technology group, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on initiatives aimed at reducing their environmental footprint. The agreement focuses on innovations in low-carbon solutions, energy efficiency, and circular economy practices. Additionally, the framework will explore resource optimization, integration of renewable energy, and enhanced sustainability governance. These efforts are tailored to foster a greener and more sustainable digital ecosystem.

This collaboration aligns with e&’s Project Life, a transformative initiative designed to drive its Responsible Sourcing Strategy and meet its group-wide sustainability goals for 2030. Underlining the ambition, Andrew Dunnett, e&’s Group Senior Vice President of Sustainability, emphasized, “Through this MoU with NEC, we’re aligning delivery with our Climate Transition Plan, Ambition to Action, which outlines our pathway to net zero.” This partnership exemplifies how cutting-edge technology paired with strong accountability can accelerate industries toward a greener, more inclusive digital future.

Indonesia and Brazil Join Forces on Hybrid Energy Projects

Meanwhile, in another significant development, Indonesia Energy Corporation (IEC), an oil and gas company, has partnered with Brazil’s Aguila Energia e Participações (AEP). Through a newly signed MoU, these companies aim to launch hybrid energy pilot projects that integrate solar power and natural gas in Brazil. This collaboration is expected to provide off-grid energy infrastructure for data centers in Brazil, with the pilot projects targeting an initial generation capacity of 10 MW and scalability up to 400 MW over time.

The agreement comes as part of summit discussions between Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, reflecting commitment at the highest levels of both nations. Frank Ingriselli, President of IEC, highlighted the strategic potential of the MoU: “This summit created a unique setting to get pledges by both countries to collaborate on energy ventures, including state financing.” He further emphasized how AEP’s underutilized natural gas assets in Brazil could be integrated into hybrid gas-to-wire renewable power systems, supporting critical infrastructure like AI computation and high-density digital processing in the region.

Sustainability and Innovation Drive the Telecommunications Industry

These partnerships underline a growing trend in the global telecommunications and energy sectors, where sustainability, innovation, and strategic collaboration take center stage. NEC and e&’s MoU exemplifies the industry’s push for a carbon-neutral future through advanced technology and responsible sourcing. By tackling critical issues such as resource optimization and renewable energy integration, these organizations are setting an example for other market players.

Similarly, the collaboration between Indonesia and Brazil highlights the importance of hybrid energy projects in tackling climate change while supporting essential digital infrastructure. The integration of solar and natural gas to power data centers not only reduces carbon emissions but also ensures energy reliability for high-density digital operations. These initiatives represent tangible efforts by key stakeholders to address global energy challenges and create a positive environmental impact.

As companies in telecom, energy, and technology continue to join forces, the focus remains on creating sustainable solutions that benefit both the planet and the industries reliant on digital infrastructures. Such agreements not only emphasize innovation but also highlight the importance of partnerships across borders to achieve shared global sustainability goals.