Efficient and Sustainable Modular Power Solutions for Temporary Site Office Energy
- The Challenge
Balancing community concerns with operational efficiency
- The Solution
Implementing a hybrid power solution for optimal performance and cost savings
- The Impact
Delivering environmental impact, cost savings and community peace
Client:General Contractor
Location:Houston, TX
Sectors:Construction
The Challenge
Balancing community concerns with operational efficiency
A Houston construction site located in the middle of a residential area required a reliable and efficient energy solution for its temporary site office for seven months. The general contractor (GC) had initial concerns: noise reduction was crucial to avoid disturbing the nearby residents, and minimizing operational costs was a top priority.
Traditionally, a standard generator could have been used for a project of this scope, but that would mean around-the-clock fuel consumption. Additionally, if the GC decided to cut the generator off after working hours, the temporary site office would face daily limitations such as a lack of food storage and consistent air-conditioning.
The client needed a solution to address noise concerns, reduce fuel consumption, and ultimately lower operational costs.
The Solution
Implementing a hybrid power solution for optimal performance and cost savings
Aggreko provided a tailored energy application that combined a 60 kW Tier 4 Final generator with a 60 kVA Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). This hybrid setup was expertly developed for the GC to meet their specific power needs while also addressing noise, emissions, and cost-efficiency challenges.
The installation was executed precisely, taking less than a day to complete. The system was up and running as planned, with no emergency disruptions. The BESS was critical in reducing the generator’s runtime by being the primary energy source for much of the project’s time. The Tier 4 Final generator only needed to shut on to power up the BESS, significantly reducing fuel usage, fuel drops, and costs overall.