Flower Communications launches Ishikari Renewable Energy Data Center No. 1
Real estate & constructionHokkaidoAI-infrastructurerenewable-energy
Flower Communications announced that Ishikari Renewable Energy Data Center No. 1 began service on August 1, 2026, following construction completed on March 27, 2026 and fit-out work. The green data center in Ishikari operates on 100% renewable energy and supports water and liquid cooling in part of its six data-center sections, with an IOWN All-Photonics Network connection to Tokyo.
Company
Flower Communications Co., Ltd.
Location
Hokkaido, Ishikari
Capacity
15 MW receiving capacity; 1,140 racks; 10,065 sqm total floor area
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