A Powerful Combination for Industrial Sites
Combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) systems are becoming increasingly popular for industrial sites. CCHP systems generate electricity, heat, and cooling from a single fuel source, which can significantly reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
Solar PV systems can be integrated with CCHP systems to further reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. Solar PV systems generate electricity from sunlight, which can be used to power the CCHP system and charge storage batteries. This can reduce the amount of fuel that the CCHP system needs to consume, which can save money and reduce emissions.
Benefits of Installing Solar PV on an Industrial Site
There are a number of benefits to installing solar PV on an industrial site, including:
Reduced energy costs: Solar PV systems can generate electricity at a lower cost than traditional grid-supplied electricity, which can save businesses money on their energy bills.
Reduced carbon emissions: Solar PV systems generate clean, renewable energy, which can help businesses reduce their carbon footprint.
Increased energy resilience: Solar PV systems can provide businesses with a backup source of electricity in the event of a grid outage.
Improved sustainability: Solar PV systems are a sustainable way to generate electricity, which can help businesses align with their sustainability goals.How to Integrate Solar PV with a CCHP System
There are a number of ways to integrate solar PV with a CCHP system. One common approach is to connect the solar PV system to the CCHP system’s electrical bus. This allows the solar PV system to generate electricity that can be used to power the CCHP system and charge storage batteries.
Another approach is to use the solar PV system to charge storage batteries that are then used to power the CCHP system. This approach can be beneficial for businesses that need to provide backup power for their CCHP system or that have variable energy needs.
Case Study: Solar PV and CCHP System at a Manufacturing Facility
A manufacturing facility in the UK recently inquired about a solar PV and CCHP system. We quouted on a solar PV system consisting of 2 MW of solar panels that connect to the CCHP system’s electrical bus. The CCHP system consists of a gas engine and a generator that can produce 1 MW of electricity and 2 MW of thermal energy.
The solar PV and CCHP system is expected to save the manufacturing facility over £10 million per year on its energy bills. The system will also reduce the facility’s carbon emissions by 50%.
Solar PV and CCHP systems can be a powerful combination for industrial sites. Solar PV systems can help to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions, while CCHP systems can provide reliable and efficient energy generation.
If you are considering installing solar PV on your industrial site, be sure to contact us to discuss your specific needs and requirements.