Technology That Transforms Communities: Five Partners Launch New Solar-Powered Community Hub in Zapopan to Help Close the Digital Divide

Dell-Technologien Solar Community Hubs are a transformative initiative that prioritises equitable access by connecting under-resourced communities with solutions and tools for long-term capacity building. To date, Dell Technologies has built 63 Solar Community Hubs internationally to empower communities by offering sustainable solutions tailored to local needs.

Located in Zapopan, a dynamic economic centre in western Mexico with 1.48 million inhabitants, this facility is the fourth of its kind in the country, joining existing hubs in La Campana-Altamira, Monterrey, Ecatepec, and Xalapa. One of the major digital challenges of the State of Jalisco, where Zapopan is located, is the need for digital skills and capabilities development. Specifically, the Dell Technologies Solar Hub will give the inhabitants of this zone skills development and tools through training for the benefit of their community, to be a key part of the economic growth of the region and the country.

Some characteristics of this new hub are:

• Sustainable design created from multiple recycled shipping containers, with renewable energy from solar panels
• Equipped with more than 40 Dell Pro All-in-One Plus Dell Pro 14 Plus Laptops
• Diverse offer of workshops on technology and digital skills for new ways of working
• Access to social services — including healthcare, education and development — while also providing reliable internet and offering a safe space for community gatherings

As the strategic implementation partner, Computerhilfe International has led the deployment of the Solar Community Hub infrastructure and coordinates the network of local collaborators to ensure the programme’s success. Locally, the project is further strengthened by:

• Tecnológico de Monterrey, Guadalajara Campus, which will offer a range of activities focused on technology and digital inclusion, health and well-being, education and development, through courses, workshops, and learning experiences for all members of the community
• Die Equinix Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Equinix Inc., which leverages its digital infrastructure expertise to support connectivity
• The Government of Zapopan, led by Mayor Juan José Frangie Saade, which provides institutional support and facilitates integration with local social programmes

Juan Francisco Aguilar, General Director of Dell Technologies Mexico, said: “We know that technology is a bridge to success. With this Solar Community Hub in Zapopan, we reaffirm our commitment to closing the digital divide and generating opportunities for communities to thrive in the digital economy.”

Juan José Frangie Saade, Mayor of Zapopan, said: “This project reflects our commitment to innovation and social inclusion. We want every citizen to have access to tools that transform their future.”

Claudia Félix, Vice President of the Central West Campus at Tecnológico de Monterrey, stated: “The solar community hub in Zapopan holds tremendous significance. This space is designed to democratise access to technology by providing tools, guidance, and training that enable children, youth, and adults to develop digital skills that positively impact their lives. Here, technology will be an enabler of talent, creativity, and well-being.”

Alejandro Espinosa, Project Manager and Implementation Lead at Computer Aid International, said: “Our vision at Computer Aid is to build a world where everyone has access to digital technologies and the opportunities they provide. This Dell Technologies initiative gives us the opportunity to work collaboratively with Tecnológico de Monterrey and Equinix to help improve the lives of communities around the world by providing them with the technology they need.”

Eduardo Carvalho, Managing Director, LatAm, Equinix, said: “Digital inclusion and sustainability go hand in hand, and this Solar Community Hub embodies that principle. This launch demonstrates what’s possible when technology companies, educational institutions, and local partners unite around a shared mission. Through the Equinix Foundation’s collaboration with Dell Technologies, Computer Aid International, and Tecnológico de Monterrey, we’re not just bringing connectivity to an underserved community — we’re creating a sustainable model for digital inclusion that can transform lives and strengthen local economies. We’re excited to see the impact this hub will have in Zapopan and look forward to expanding this model across Mexico and beyond.”

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About the Partners

Dell-Technologien Dell-Technologien (NYSE: DELL) helps organisations and individuals build their own digital futures and transform the way they work, live and play. The company offers customers the industry’s broadest and most innovative portfolio of technology and services for the AI era.

Tecnológico de Monterrey Tecnológico de Monterrey is a private, non-profit university recognised for its academic excellence, educational innovation, and global vision. Founded in 1943, it currently operates in 33 municipalities across 20 states, with an enrolment of 60,000 undergraduate and graduate students, as well as over 27,000 high school students. Accredited by SACSCOC since 1950, it ranks #187 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #7 in Latin America according to the THE Latin America University Rankings 2024. The university is also renowned for its global employability and entrepreneurship programmes, while being an active member of international networks such as APRU and U21.

Computerhilfe International Computerhilfe International is a non-profit organisation that combines the reuse of computer assets with the development of digital inclusion projects at a global level. For 29 years, we have bridged the digital divide and created access to technology in developing countries and remote communities around the world. We also offer the collection of computer equipment and data erasure for companies and organisations that want to have a positive impact on society and reduce their environmental impact by promoting a circular economy.

Equinix Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) shortens the path to boundless connectivity anywhere in the world. Its digital infrastructure, data centre footprint and interconnected ecosystems empower innovations that enhance our work, life and planet. Equinix connects economies, countries, organisations and communities, delivering seamless digital experiences and cutting-edge AI — quickly, efficiently and everywhere.