Onsite energy generation

Why onsite energy generation matters

Solar energy is a great option for industrials seeking to control their energy costs and meet their carbon goals. Solar panel technology has existed for a very long time, and been around since the 1800s. Nothing new under the sun you say? Only in the past decade or so solar PV has really taken off as a renewable energy source. This is largely due to the steady improvement of solar panel cost and efficiency over time. The technology is constantly advancing, with performance ratios reaching new records every year. The very first solar cells were less than 1 percent efficient, now we have reached the point of 47.6 percent efficiency. Quite the improvement!  

Solar energy has the potential to significantly reduce your energy costs, create independence from the utility companies, and in a very public and visible way demonstrate your commitment to achieving your sustainability goals.

Onsite energy generation at Hydro Rein

We will work with you to tailor the solution to your site and your load profile. Empty rooftops are the most obvious opportunity to capture the energy production potential. However, if there are obstructions limiting the available space on the roof or the roof can’t support the weight of the solar system there are many other options. We think this through with you and consider alternative solutions such as a ground mounted array, solar carports or other alternatives and their business case.

What are your options?

You have a perfect space right there at your disposal for solar energy. With rooftop solar, you can utilize your building to the fullest by installing solar panels, which significantly reduces your energy bills. No intervention of nature is needed, just harvest the pure energy from the sun.

 

With ground mounted solar, land areas which would normally be underutilized land can be transformed into a hub of clean energy production. These systems eliminate any roof-related limitations, such as available space.

 

Solar PV should be an integrated part of a broader portfolio of energy efficiency measures at your industrial site, complementing and enhancing the value of others. The most obvious example is combining solar PV with energy storage capacity to further increase you control and flexibility behind the meter.

Hydro Rein can work with you to analyze your energy needs and design, and help build and operate your energy infrastructure