Singapore is taking another step towards expanding its clean energy and digital infrastructure by setting aside a significant portion of Jurong Island for renewable energy projects and data centre development.
The move, announced by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and JTC Corporation on Monday, October 27, marks a new phase in the transformation of the country’s main industrial hub.
The government plans to allocate about 300 hectares of land on the western part of Jurong Island for renewable power generation and the production of low-carbon fuels. This area represents around 10 per cent of the island’s total 3,000-hectare space.
Jurong Island currently serves as the centre of Singapore’s energy and chemicals industry and is home to major refineries operated by ExxonMobil, Chevron, and PetroChina.
Officials said the island will serve as a global testing ground for low-carbon technologies and next-generation energy solutions. The new zone will support the scaling up of facilities focused on renewable energy sources such as solar power, sustainable aviation fuel, and ammonia-based solutions that can be used for power generation and maritime fuel. It will also include battery storage systems and hydrogen-ready power plants to support future energy needs.
In addition to the renewable energy projects, another 20 hectares of land will be developed into Singapore’s largest data centre park. The new facility is expected to provide up to 700 megawatts of power capacity. Operators will have access to Jurong Island’s established energy and utility network, including shared power storage systems and links to low-carbon energy sources.
Authorities said the expansion aligns with Singapore’s broader goal of balancing industrial growth with sustainability and innovation. Jurong Island will continue to attract investment in specialty chemicals and sustainable products while also building infrastructure to support the energy transition.
Demand for advanced chemical products is rising across the region, and Singapore aims to position itself as a key supplier of high-quality materials. The island’s existing ecosystem and power capacity are seen as strong foundations for companies looking to scale operations in Asia.
Meanwhile, local energy company Sembcorp Industries has introduced a vertical battery stacking solution at its Jurong Island energy storage facility. The upgrade increases the system’s storage capacity from 285 megawatt-hours to 326 megawatt-hours, boosting efficiency without expanding the site’s physical footprint.
With these initiatives, Jurong Island is set to evolve into a more diversified energy and technology hub, supporting Singapore’s long-term plans for a low-carbon and digitally connected economy.
