DELL, JERA, RHAELM BUILD $15B AI DATA CENTER NEAR TOKYO

The project will include an integrated gas power plant to support the data center's operations independently from the grid. At 400 megawatts, the facility ranks among Asia's largest data center projects outside China. Japan has prioritized accelerating data center development as demand for AI infrastructure accelerates globally. The partnership leverages Dell's technology expertise, Jera's energy infrastructure experience, and Rhaelm's development capabilities. The off-grid design addresses power reliability concerns for AI workloads while reducing dependence on Japan's strained electricity grid. Completion is targeted for 2028, positioning the facility to serve growing regional demand for AI computing capacity. The project reflects broader industry trends as major technology firms and infrastructure partners invest heavily in dedicated AI data center capacity across Asia.