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Project Overview

The Client, a global manufacturing company with energy-intensive operations, sought to address peak demand challenges, stabilize energy costs, and increase the efficiency of its renewable energy systems. A feasibility study was conducted to explore the implementation of energy storage solutions, specifically battery energy storage systems (BESS), across its industrial facilities.​

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Governing Factors

The project focused on aligning with the following strategic and sustainability goals:

• Peak Load Management: Reducing energy costs during high-demand periods by using stored energy.

• Renewable Energy Optimization: Maximizing the use of on-site solar and wind energy by storing excess generation for later use.

• Carbon Emissions Reduction: Supporting the Client's commitment to net-zero emissions by reducing reliance on fossil-fuel-based grid electricity.

 

Baseline Analysis

An in-depth evaluation of the Client’s energy consumption patterns and facility infrastructure was conducted:

• Energy Demand Patterns: Identified periods of peak energy usage and assessed their impact on operational costs.

• Renewable Energy Generation: Analyzed the mismatch between renewable energy production and consumption times.

• Infrastructure Readiness: Reviewed the capacity and compatibility of existing electrical systems for energy storage integration.

 

Key Findings

• Cost Savings Potential: Energy storage could reduce peak demand charges by 20%, equating to annual savings of €200,000.

• Increased Renewable Utilization: Storing surplus energy from on-site solar panels would increase renewable energy usage from 40% to 60%.

• Grid Independence: The system would provide backup power during grid outages, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

• Environmental Impact: Using stored renewable energy instead of grid electricity would reduce annual CO₂ emissions by 3,000 tons.

 

Recommendations and Implementation

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• Battery Selection: Install lithium-ion battery systems due to their high efficiency, long lifespan, and scalability.

• Hybrid System Integration: Combine energy storage with existing renewable energy systems to maximize efficiency.

• Phased Rollout: Implement energy storage in facilities with the highest energy demand first, scaling up based on results.

• Advanced Energy Management System (EMS): Deploy a smart EMS to monitor and optimize energy storage usage in real time.

• Incentive Utilization: Apply for government subsidies and tax benefits to offset installation costs.

 

Results

• Operational Cost Reduction: Achieved €200,000 annual savings through peak demand charge reductions.

• Increased Energy Efficiency: Boosted renewable energy utilization to 60%, reducing reliance on grid electricity.

• Enhanced Resilience: Facilities gained 8 hours of backup power, ensuring continuity during outages.

• Environmental Benefits: Reduced CO₂ emissions by 3,000 tons annually, supporting the Client’s carbon neutrality objectives.