Aggreko's battery energy storage: A cleaner, cheaper, and more efficient solution

There is more pressure than ever for companies to utilize intelligent, greener practices to lower their environmental impact. Alongside this pressure, there has been a more significant public focus on the goings on at businesses, small and large.

For example, earlier this year, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made headlines by hitting Tesla with a $250,000 fine for violations of national emissions standards. While the news was ironic, to say the least, it’s just one example of how big and small businesses alike risk incurring penalties for failing to comply with increasingly stringent emissions standards.

So, how can companies ensure they're hitting output goals and emissions targets?

With clean, efficient battery energy storage.

Why do we need new energy storage solutions?

Recent and evolving environmental legislation is putting pressure on executives to cap emissions or risk incurring hefty fines. The EPA, for example, is set to introduce its tightest-ever greenhouse gas emissions rules for heavy-duty trucks and other large vehicles in 2023. In addition, the Inflation Reduction Act, passed in August 2022, put aside $1.5 billion available to oil companies to cut down on their emissions – and penalize them for failing to do so.

Moreover, rising fuel prices are spurring companies to lower their consumption. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the cost of natural gas will average $6.09 per million British thermal units (MMBtu) this winter (November 2022–March 2023). That's the highest price the U.S. has seen since the winter of 2009–10. In addition, the cost of electricity is also projected to increase, from 14.97 cents per kilowatt hour to 15.33 cents.

The case for decarbonization and lowering consumption has never been stronger. Still, finding alternatives to traditional power supply can be challenging at best. Variable loads create reliability concerns and pose risks that executive teams aren't willing to take. And there are, of course, concerns about battery degradation and quality, especially in harsher or industrial working environments.

Aggreko's intelligent energy storage solutions are here to ease those concerns.

Aggreko battery storage: a cleaner solution

As a part of Aggreko's Greener Upgrades initiative, we've launched a brand-new fleet of 30 kVA and 60 kVA batteries that increase reliability, cut energy consumption and reduce emissions for improved, sustainable operational performance.

They're designed specifically to lower your emissions and costs with intelligent, flexible energy storage solutions tailor-made for your needs. Across industries, including oil and gas, events, renewables, and more, Aggreko's battery storage portfolio is a driving force for hitting emissions targets while maintaining business excellence across the board.

Intelligent energy storage right at your fingertips

Aggreko's 30 kVA and 60 kVA batteries are intelligent energy storage solutions that include both modular and mobile batteries. As a result, they reduce generator run time by up to 80% and decrease noise, all contributing to cleaner, more efficient business performance. Better yet, they can be utilized in a wide ambient temperature range, effectively neutralizing concerns about reliability in extreme environments.

In other words, both of the Aggreko batteries are invaluable.

Let's take a closer look at their benefits.

What are the benefits of our battery packs?

1. They're intelligent and data-driven.

We harness the power of IoT technology to provide users with fast, accurate, and insightful data to make smarter business decisions. Equipped with onboard energy control modules that communicate with the generator for maximum efficiency, each battery provides complete visibility into energy consumption and performance.

Remote monitoring and load adjustment capabilities contribute to deeper performance insights and greater control, giving you the keys to unlocking your facility's biggest potential.

 

2. Aggreko batteries power high performance while reducing your emissions by up to 80%.

Lowering emissions is in every business's best interests. Why? Not only does slashing emissions help you project a greener image to your stakeholders and clients, but it makes a real, tangible difference in your business.

Demand for eco-friendly consumer products – from equally eco-friendly businesses – is growing. A recent study by The Global Sustainability Study revealed that sustainability is becoming increasingly important in consumers' purchasing decisions. The study completed in 2021, surveyed over 10,000 people across 17 countries, including the U.S., Germany, Austria, and Spain.

The 30 kVA and 60 kVA batteries can significantly lower regulated emissions such as NOx, particulate matter (PM), CO, and CO2. As a result, you're able to keep your employees and clients healthy while maintaining seamless operations – and upholding your sustainability promises to eco-minded consumers. Plus, you can avoid landing the same fate Tesla did back in February and keep penalties at bay.

 

3. Each battery delivers 100% reliable power supply.

Concerns about power reliability are real. This is especially true for industries where unplanned downtime can equal millions of dollars lost daily. Aggreko batteries reduce maintenance requirements and increase operational reliability by managing variable loads and eliminating light load periods. A reliable power supply also translates to reduced maintenance costs.

 

4. Both batteries are easy to plug and play.

Aggreko's 30 kVA and 60 kVA batteries are adaptable, meaning you can easily integrate them into your energy network for a sustainable, efficient power supply. It's also easy to integrate the batteries into the entire Aggreko ecosystem.

 

5. They're easy to install and adjust as needed.

Flexible maneuverability features include forklift pockets, a lift, drag skid, and a lifting ring for ease of access and use.

 

6. We're here for you around the clock.

Aggreko's expert technical support team is available 24/7 to provide power consumption and key operational recommendations. Fast installation and commissioning are included, and we offer flexible contracts to ensure you're always happy with the product and its performance.

 

What can our battery packs be used for?

Our batteries can be used in multiple industries, including events, contracting, data centers, petrochemical and refineries, renewables, and oil and gas.

 

1. Building & construction

It's no secret that construction requires huge amounts of energy to power expansive and expensive projects. Construction companies need continuous, affordable access to reliable energy from powering heavy machinery to keeping the lights on at your worksite.

But that energy must also be low-emissions, given that the construction industry is grappling with its carbon footprint and goals to implement more eco-friendly practices into its standard processes. In big U.S. cities, construction is responsible for 14.5% of particulate matter pollution, a figure that will soon need to plummet to meet national emissions targets.

Aggreko's battery-based hybrid power solutions minimize the need to utilize thermal power generation sources for building operations, providing contractors with clean, fuel-efficient power across the entire building lifecycle.

 

2. Events

The average in-person event – comprising about 1,000 attendees – emits approximately 530 metric tons of carbon dioxide. That includes emissions from single-use plastics, food, travel, accommodations, and energy to power the venue.

The highly-visible events sector is under the watchful eyes of eco-conscious consumers. So, the time is ripe for the industry to invite hybrid and low-emission power solutions to the party. Aggreko batteries slash fuel consumption and emissions and noise-reduced energy, so they'll never steal the spotlight from the main event.

 

3. Petrochemicals & refineries

Incorporating batteries into a petrochemical plant or refinery can be a significant step toward boosting its sustainability. This is especially crucial for upholding public image and increasing employee safety. Additionally, battery-based solutions can provide reliable, emission-free energy for specific processes that require zero emissions.

 

4. Renewables

Renewable energy is the future, but to power the generations to come, it must also be reliable. Aggreko's batteries can help energy providers with backup energy they can count on, providing a steady power supply when the sun doesn't shine, or the wind doesn't blow. In addition, they help stabilize renewable energy output, delivering 100% reliability and complete confidence in your energy supply.

Whether you're a turbine manufacturer, wind farm operator, or solar energy supplier, our batteries can help to keep equipment healthy and clean energy flowing to your customers without a hitch.

 

5. Data centers

Data centers require a high-quality, reliable energy supply that doesn't fail them in the most crucial moments. However, data centers worldwide consume about 3% of the global electricity supply and are responsible for roughly 2% of total greenhouse gas emissions. That can change by introducing low-emissions battery energy storage.

Aggreko's portfolio of modular, noise-reduced batteries gets the job done while curtailing emissions from providing resilient power during maintenance to cooling an entire data center.

 

A greener, more efficient, and more cost-effective energy storage solution

No matter the industry, running a healthy business isn't just good for your bottom line. It's good for your people and the planet.

Aggreko is ready to help you move toward a cleaner, cheaper, and more efficient future. Contact us today to learn more about our energy storage solutions.

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