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Left. A microgrid solar-plus-storage project at the Eaton, Arecibo, Puerto
Rico facility, combines a 5-MW solar system, approximately 1.1 MW/2.2 MWhr
of battery storage, and 8 MW of existing backup generator capacity, all fully
integrated with the facility's existing electrical systems.
energy requirements, weather patterns, and expectations. Now, more
than ever, manufacturers need infrastructure that's able to adapt to
change. Th at means designing electrical systems to support the
energy challenges ahead, so the power stays on, no matter what.
How does the Everything as a Grid approach work and,
specifi cally, how does it help industrials reach sustainability or
energy-management goals?
Th e Everything as a Grid approach to energy transition allows
traditional power consumers (including our own manufacturing
plants) to reduce their carbon footprint and demand on local energy
infrastructure while improving energy resilience.
Th e benefi t of on-site power (transforming traditional energy
consumers into producers) is that you can control generation and all
of the interconnecting points.
In the microgrid in Puerto Rico, the solar-plus-storage project
combines a 5-MW solar system, approximately 1.1 MW/2.2 MWhr
of battery storage, and 8 MW of existing backup generator capacity,
all of which are fully integrated with the facility's existing electrical
systems. Our microgrid control technology will balance where,
when, and how electricity is consumed, to ensure resiliency for the
site, including during grid outage events.
About 60% of our local electricity needs will now come from the
solar panels set up in an adjacent fi eld. During periods of excess
generation, the project enables our manufacturing plant to share
clean energy back into Puerto Rico's electrical grid.
What new technologies do you see supporting industrial operations
in the future?
Our approach transforms existing electrical infrastructure to make
new energy habits possible, advancing a far more resilient and sustainable
future and meeting goals today, while planning for tomorrow.
Th is approach leverages digitalization and connectivity that's
behind powerful decisions.
Digitalization is foundational to our approach to the energy
transition. A digital future will help more effi ciently solve critical
power-management problems. IIoT-enabled devices can help inform
smarter business decisions, providing new insights into existing
and upgraded infrastructure, so that we can more eff ectively and
effi ciently unlock a low-carbon future. EP
For more information, visit eaton.com/energy/transition
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