Tecto Invests Over $240 Million in New Data Center in Southern Brazil with Focus on Renewable Energy

Tecto Data Centers plans to invest $240 million in a new 24-megawatt data center in Southern Brazil, aiming for expansion in the region and international growth. The investment strategy includes partnerships for connectivity, particularly with V.tal, and focuses on sustainability, using 100% renewable energy sources. The company addresses regulatory concerns and emphasizes the importance of balancing AI regulation to foster innovation while managing environmental impacts, including water consumption.

Published Mar 29, 2026

Tecto Data Centers is investing $240 million in a new 24-megawatt data center in Southern Brazil, announced during the South Summit in Porto Alegre. The investment is part of Tecto's strategy to expand into the Southern Cone as a base for international growth.

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The center will enhance connectivity, collaborating with V.tal to support submarine cable operations. Tecto emphasizes sustainability, using 100% renewable energy and minimizing water consumption to 7 liters per day through closed-loop cooling systems. Regulatory issues are addressed, with concerns about AI regulation and its impact on innovation highlighted by Tecto's CRO, Tito Costa.