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TotalEnergies Signs Major Solar Power Agreements with Google for Texas Data Centers
2/10/2026, 6:56:23 PM
Overview of the Agreements
On February 9, 2026, French energy company TotalEnergies signed two long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with Google to supply 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar power to the tech giant's data centers in Texas. The agreements, which span 15 years, are expected to deliver approximately 28 terawatt-hours (TWh) of renewable electricity. The power will be generated from two TotalEnergies-owned solar projects: the Wichita solar farm, with a capacity of 805 megawatts (MW), and the Mustang Creek solar farm, with a capacity of 195 MW. Construction for both projects is slated to begin in the second quarter of 2026.
Significance of the Agreements
These PPAs represent the largest volume of renewable power purchase agreements ever signed by TotalEnergies in the United States. The company has positioned itself as a key player in the U.S. renewable energy market, maintaining a gross capacity portfolio of 10 GW across solar, wind, and battery storage assets. This includes 5 GW in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) market. The agreements with Google are part of TotalEnergies' strategy to address the growing electricity demand driven by artificial intelligence and cloud computing.
Economic and Community Impact
The Wichita and Mustang Creek projects are anticipated to create several hundred construction jobs and generate substantial tax revenues for local communities throughout their operational lifetime. Will Conkling, Google's Director of Clean Energy and Power, emphasized that the agreements will enhance grid stability and affordability, adding necessary new generation capacity to the local system.
Official Statements & Responses
Marc-Antoine Pignon, Vice President of Renewables U.S. at TotalEnergies, stated, “We are pleased to sign these agreements to supply renewable electricity to Google in Texas, representing the largest renewable PPA volume ever signed by TotalEnergies in the United States.” He noted that the partnership addresses challenges related to land availability and power supply for data centers, enabling large-scale colocation opportunities. Conkling echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of supporting a strong, stable, affordable grid as Google expands its infrastructure.
Criticism & Opposition
While the agreements have been largely welcomed, some critics argue that reliance on large-scale solar projects may not fully address the complexities of energy supply and demand, particularly in a deregulated market like Texas. Concerns have been raised about the long-term sustainability of such projects amid fluctuating energy prices and the potential environmental impact of large solar farms.
What's Next
As construction of the Wichita and Mustang Creek solar farms begins in 2026, TotalEnergies aims to further expand its renewable energy footprint in the U.S. The company is also pursuing additional partnerships with major corporations to support their decarbonization goals, aligning with its target of producing over 100 TWh of net electricity by 2030.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Supporting a strong, stable, affordable grid is a top priority as we expand our infrastructure,” — Will Conkling, Director of Clean Energy and Power at Google
- “This highlights TotalEnergies’ strategy to deliver tailored renewable energy solutions that support the decarbonization goals of digital players, particularly data centers.” — Marc-Antoine Pignon, Vice President Renewables U.S. at TotalEnergies
