AVAIO Digital Partners (ADP) has announced a partnership with renewable energy developers Sunbird Energy, to introduce renewable energy capabilities at ADP’s data centre development in Gatineau, Quebec.

ADP will work with Sunbird to integrate power, transmission, and heat reuse solutions at the development, which is currently under construction to serve the growing cloud services and AI demand in Quebec, Greater Outaouais, and the National Capital Region.

“As a leader in the development of new sustainable energy solutions in Quebec, Sunbird is an ideal partner for ADP’s Gatineau project,” said AVAIO Partner Anthony Gordon.

“Quebec is an ideal proving ground for new renewable power and digital infrastructure integration strategies, and Sunbird is the right local partner to bring this project forward and make the Outaouais Region a new zone of digital and sustainable energy innovation. We have been waiting for two years for Hydro Quebec to provide us a contract for connecting to the grid, which is the last element needed before we can move forward with this innovative project. We hope Hydro Quebec and the Quebec government will see the promise this approach offers for supporting Quebec’s technology, industrial, and environmental goals.”

Simon Lafleur, Founder and President of Sunbird Energy, added, “Sunbird Energy is proud to partner with AVAIO Digital Partners on this major digital infrastructure project.

“This partnership highlights our commitment to renewable energy and underscores our dedication to supporting the energy transition and promoting sustainable economic development. By deploying our solar and energy storage solution, connected to our advanced energy management software, we are providing our partner the tools they need to build a data centre that will preserve the integrity of Hydro-Québec’s grid in the region, while setting a new standard for diligent data centres in the province. We’re pleased to see AVAIO adopt Sunbird’s new vision of energy consumption.”