SolarBank Brings Data Center Expert Jonathan Martone to Drive North American Expansion

SolarBank Corp., a renewable energy project developer, has strategically hired Jonathan Martone to guide its data center market expansion across the United States and Canada. Martone, with over 25 years of experience in telecommunications and data center sectors, will assist the company in evaluating and sourcing potential sites with a focus on power availability, connectivity, and operational feasibility.

The move reflects SolarBank's broader strategy to capitalize on the growing demand for AI-driven digital infrastructure while integrating clean energy solutions. By leveraging Martone's expertise in network design and site development, the company aims to position itself at the intersection of renewable energy and advanced technology infrastructure.

This strategic hiring comes on the heels of SolarBank's recent $49.8 million deal with Qcells, which underscores the company's commitment to 'Made in America' infrastructure. The company is also actively working to reduce its exposure to potential tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada by focusing its expansion efforts domestically.

Martone's extensive background in consulting for private equity firms and operators provides SolarBank with critical insights into developing competitive and efficient data center ecosystems. His hands-on approach to site evaluation and network design is expected to accelerate the company's entry into this rapidly evolving market.

As the demand for data centers continues to grow, driven by artificial intelligence and cloud computing technologies, SolarBank's strategic approach positions the company to become a significant player in the renewable energy-powered digital infrastructure landscape.