Temporary power to stabilise a grid

The challenge

Supply temporary power to a national grid struggling to keep up with demand

With one of the highest-growing energy consumption rates in the region, keeping the lights on in Argentina was proving to be difficult. A period of strong economic growth, an increase in residential demand, and a decrease in natural gas supply put even strain on the national power supply resulting in frequent power outages.

The public utility company, Energia Argentina Sociedad Anonima (ENARSA), was developing plans for more permanent power, but their plans were running behind demand and quickly realised they urgently needed a temporary power supply until the new power plants could be commissioned.

The impact

Relief from power shortages, economic growth continued 

The three packages stabilised the grid and provided immediate relief for local communities and businesses. In the short-term it allowed Argentina to surge ahead with its economic development without the uncertainty of energy shortages. 

In the long-term it allowed ENARSA to concentrate on future plans for a permanent supply without worrying about the here-and-now demands of power consumption. 

Because we managed all aspects of the temporary power plants from initial assessment and design through to installation, the customer was able to dedicate time and resources to bringing their permanent power plants online.