NLC India and C-DAC have signed an MoU to explore renewable-powered data centres and advanced computing technologies, including HPC, AI and quantum computing.
Key Highlights:
- NLC India and C-DAC signed an MoU at SemiCon India 2026.
- The organisations will explore renewable-energy-powered data centres.
- The collaboration covers High-Performance Computing, AI and Quantum Computing.
- The partnership will combine renewable energy with advanced digital technologies.
NLC India Limited, through its wholly owned green-energy subsidiary NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), has signed an MoU with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC). The collaboration will explore green digital infrastructure and advanced computing technologies.
The MoU was exchanged during SemiCon India 2026 in New Delhi. It will bring together NIRL’s renewable energy capabilities with C-DAC’s expertise in advanced computing and digital technologies.
NLC India to Explore Renewable-Powered Data Centres
The collaboration will explore the development of state-of-the-art data centres powered by renewable energy. The two organisations will examine technology support and consultancy opportunities for sustainable and energy-efficient digital infrastructure.
NIRL has capabilities across solar, wind and energy storage. C-DAC brings expertise in advanced computing and digital technologies. The collaboration will explore ways to combine these capabilities to support the growing energy needs of India’s digital infrastructure.
NLC India and C-DAC to Explore Advanced Computing
The MoU also covers emerging technologies such as High-Performance Computing (HPC), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing.
The two organisations will explore potential joint initiatives in these areas. The collaboration aims to examine solutions that connect renewable energy with advanced computing and digital infrastructure.
The initiative also supports India’s broader focus on building a sustainable and technology-driven digital ecosystem. It aligns with national priorities under Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
NLC India-C-DAC Partnership Focuses on Green Digital Infrastructure
The partnership brings together NLC India’s renewable energy capabilities and C-DAC’s advanced technology expertise. It creates opportunities to explore greener data centres and technology applications.
The MoU will enable both organisations to assess potential areas of cooperation in renewable-powered digital infrastructure and advanced computing technologies.
Source: Sarkaritel
