SSE's First Italian Wind Farm Starts Work Under Microsoft Power Contract
SSE PLC said its first wind farm in Italy has started operations. The power it generates will flow under a purchase agreement with Microsoft.
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what happened
SSE PLC announced that its first wind power plant in Italy has started operations. According to Reuters, electricity produced at the Castel Favorito and Masseria La Cattiva sites will be supplied under a power purchase agreement with Microsoft.
The company says the project supports Microsoft's carbon reduction strategy, helping the technology group cut emissions from its operations.
why it matters
Long-term contracts for renewable power give developers predictable revenue and help large corporations meet climate targets. For the broader market the event is local, but it shows that technology companies' demand for green generation in Europe keeps growing.
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- SSE’s First Italian Wind Farm Starts Operations Under Microsoft Power Purchase Agreement — Reuters, 19 October 2026 at 17:43 UTC
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