[Vancouver, BC] – November 24th 2025 – Powertrust, a leading energy procurement
platform for high impact renewables in emerging markets, today announced a landmark
agreement with Microsoft to support the deployment of 270 megawatts (MW) of new
distributed solar energy across Mexico and Brazil over the next four years.
This initiative will accelerate the clean energy transition in Latin America while delivering
significant community benefits to underserved regions. Through this collaboration,
Microsoft will purchase Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) generated by Powertrust’s
solar projects, supporting Microsoft’s commitment to become carbon negative by 2030
and aligns with its broader strategy to reduce Scope 3 emissions and invest in
sustainable, impactful energy solutions worldwide.
Empowering Communities Through Clean Energy
Beyond reducing carbon emissions, the Powertrust collaboration with Microsoft is
designed to deliver transformational benefits to local communities. The portfolio of solar
projects will serve areas with limited access to clean energy, and will deliver strong local
benefits such as:
• Enable energy bill savings to low-income households and community
organizations.
• Create local jobs and support workforce development through training programs
in solar installation and maintenance.
• Partner with local NGOs and community leaders to ensure inclusive project
development and long-term community engagement.
• Support education, healthcare, and infrastructure initiatives, amplifying the
social value of clean energy investments.
A Model for Climate-Aligned Corporate Procurement
“This collaboration with Microsoft is a powerful example of how corporate climate
leadership can go hand-in-hand with community empowerment,” said [Nick Fedorkiw],
CEO of Powertrust. “By investing in distributed solar in Mexico and Brazil, we’re not only
accelerating the clean energy transition, but also delivering tangible benefits to the people
who need it most.”
Powertrust
24 November 2025
“Microsoft is committed to building a more sustainable future in which communities can
prosper,” said Danielle Decatur, Director, Microsoft Energy Team. “Our collaboration with
Powertrust reflects our belief that enables new sustainability infrastructure that is fairly
developed and enhances the health, safety, and overall well-being of local communities.”
About Powertrust
Powertrust is a renewable energy procurement platform focused on helping companies
deliver the most impact through their decarbonisation journey. By catalysing distributed
solar projects with strong community engagement and social impact, Powertrust helps
organizations meet their decarbonization goals while creating lasting benefits for local
communities