Original published: 10/20/2026

Integrated development of 'data centers x power generation facilities' becomes a trend? Hitachi and Tokyo Gas plan in Kyushu, JERA in Chiba - What is the aim?

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Hitachi, Tokyo Gas, and two other companies have partnered to develop integrated data centers and power generation facilities, with plans in Kanto and Kyushu. Major power generator JERA is also constructing an integrated facility.

Key points

•Hitachi, Tokyo Gas, and two other companies have partnered to develop integrated data centers and power generation facilities
•Data center development plans are being formulated in the Kanto and Kyushu regions
•Major power generator JERA is currently constructing a data center integrated with a power plant

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