Background: Surge in Electricity Demand for Construction
Amid Europe’s energy transition and urban renewal efforts, the construction industry faces challenges such as high electricity loads, long connection cycles, and limited power capacity. This is particularly true in developed countries like Belgium, where dense urban construction and widespread construction sites make it difficult for public grids to meet temporary high-power demands. Traditional solutions often rely on diesel generators, which are not only noisy and costly, but also pose carbon emissions and maintenance challenges. Green alternatives are urgently needed.
To address this, SCU provided a high-performance energy storage system solution for a large Belgian construction contractor, effectively addressing the challenges of power shortages and peak demand management on the construction site.
Green Energy Solution for Construction Sites: GRES Energy Storage System
The construction site utilizes SCU’s GRES integrated energy storage system, featuring a 225kWh battery capacity and a 150kW PCS. The system can operate independently or connected to the grid, providing stable power for the on-site concrete mixing equipment, electric construction machinery, and construction lighting.
Solution Highlights:
- Power Capacity Expansion Support: The GRES system can provide additional power output when the main grid capacity is insufficient, meeting peak load demands.
- Flexible Deployment and Fast Installation: The integrated design and prefabricated assembly allow for rapid on-site commissioning.
- Energy Saving: Replacing diesel generators, reducing carbon emissions and noise pollution during construction.
- Intelligent Energy Management: The built-in EMS system automatically dispatches power based on load conditions, supporting peak load shifting and load balancing.
- High Safety: Utilizing lithium iron phosphate batteries and equipped with fire protection and temperature control systems, it ensures safe operation in complex construction environments.
Project Results: Improved Power Supply Flexibility and Economic Efficiency
Since the energy storage system went into operation, the construction site has achieved the following significant results:
- Efficient Capacity Expansion: Flexibly increases power supply capacity without requiring additional grid access.
- Energy Savings and Cost Reduction: Compared to diesel generator solutions, the overall operating cost is reduced by over 30%.
- Green and Low-Carbon: Significantly reduces CO2 emissions and complies with European green building standards.
- Easy Operation and Maintenance: The system supports remote monitoring and data analysis, significantly reducing on-site operation and maintenance costs.
Customer Said
“SCU energy storage system makes our construction site power supply more flexible and cleaner. Construction equipment operates stably, eliminating reliance on diesel generators. This not only optimizes energy management but also helps us meet environmental requirements.“
— — Project Manager
Conclusion
Energy storage systems have become a crucial enabler of the green transformation of the European construction industry. SCU has helped construction sites, temporary facilities, and industrial applications in numerous countries across Europe and the Middle East achieve clean, efficient, and reliable electricity. In the future, SCU will continue to use innovative technologies to drive energy upgrades in the construction industry and contribute to global sustainable development.