One of the world's largest renewable microgrids
One of world's largest renewable microgrids powers remote gold mine
- The Challenge
Help our customer introduce renewables into their energy mix without compromising power reliability
- The Solution
Leverage the benefits of hybrid energy and minimise capital outlay
- The Impact
Lower energy costs and minimised environmental impact
Client: Gold Fields Australia
Location: Laverton, Western Australia
Sectors:Mining
The Challenge
Help our customer introduce renewables into their energy mix without compromising power reliability
Gold Fields Australia has committed to reduce Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 30% on a net basis and by 50% on an absolute basis by 2030. This also means a reduction of total life-of-mine power requirements across projects.
Back in 2016, after a gas line extension was built by AngloGold Ashanti to service their mining operations in the region, Gold Fields Australia were able to use gas, a cleaner cheaper fuel source than the diesel it was using at the time to power their operations going forward.
That’s when they turned to Aggreko to deliver a gas power station. Working closely with them to understand their needs, we delivered highly efficient bespoke modified engines that reduced their fuel costs and environmental impact.