AES and Google have entered into a 10-year strategic alliance
November 7, 2019
The two companies are joining forces to accelerate the future of energy
AES Corporation has announced that it is entering into a 10-year strategic alliance with Google to accelerate the growth and application of clean energy using Google Cloud technology to expand innovation in the sector. The union builds on the recent agreement between Google and AES for a long-term supply of renewable energy for Google's data center in Chile.
The two companies will work together to improve corporate energy customer service and to develop solutions that will allow a wider penetration of clean energy. AES will work with Google Cloud on energy management and opportunities to sponsor renewable energy projects that will help Google meet its clean energy goals in specific markets in the United States and South America.
As part of the cooperation within the union, AES will increase the use of Google Cloud technology to create the energy network of the future and increase the level of customer satisfaction.
AES Innovation Partner Uplight will also use Google Cloud technology to improve its energy performance system, increase customer satisfaction and reduce carbon emissions. Google Cloud's flagship platform, tools and latest technologies will help reformulate and improve the way AES and Uplight provide solutions to users through innovative cloud models, data analysis, machine learning and artificial intelligence.
"AES works with its customers to accelerate the transformation of the energy sector through energy storage, renewables and energy efficiency. Today, we are one of the largest suppliers and one of the companies that are intensively developing renewable energy solutions in the world. We are proud that Google's choice fell on us to form this strategic alliance. By combining the capabilities, presence and experience of the two companies, we will be able to provide better and more efficient energy solutions, "said AES President and CEO Andres Gluski.
"Cloud technology supports progressive organizations seeking to put consumers at the heart of their business strategies. Together, AES and Google Cloud will stimulate cloud technology, artificial intelligence / machine learning and data analysis to help transform the energy industry's infrastructure by encouraging the wider introduction of renewable energy around the world, "said Google Cloud CEO. Thomas Kurian.
About AES :
AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a global energy company included in the Fortune 500 list. We provide affordable and sustainable energy in 14 countries through a diverse portfolio of distribution companies, as well as thermal power plants and renewable energy projects. Our employees are committed to the idea of achieving high operational results and meeting the changing energy needs of the world.
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