Introducing a New Era of Hybrid Energy Solutions
Like every other sector, the energy industry has felt the impact of the growing demand for sustainability. Around the world, energy providers are heeding the call for a cleaner, greener approach, with a global survey revealing 81% of respondents want governments to prioritise renewable energy investments.
For industries that traditionally use diesel generators, such as mining, construction and agriculture, it’s important to be adaptable. Enter hybrid energy solutions, which combine the robust reliability and high fuel efficiency of diesel generators with the sustainability of renewable options, such as wind and solar.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and hybrid power solutions play a significant role in ushering in this new age. Total Generators can empower you to start putting this approach into practice straight away with the launch of Total Energy Storage. Total Energy Storage uses BESS and hybrid power solutions to enhance your operations and help you keep up with the demands of both your power load and your customers.
The Launch of Total Energy Storage
As of late 2024, we are proud to announce Total Energy Storage, a division focused on delivering advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and hybrid power solutions. These renewable energy solutions represent a strong step forward in Total’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Integrating BESS with traditional diesel generators, our solutions are designed to reduce carbon emissions, improve generator efficiency, lower fuel consumption and operating costs, and enable emission-free power during low-load periods. These renewable and hybrid energy solutions are designed for industries such as mining and construction, which often operate in temporary and remote conditions.
Since its launch, Total Energy Storage has already achieved a number of milestones, including Australia Mining Engineering Certification and Queensland Mine Compliance Certification. Now totally integrated into Total Generators, Total Energy Storage has the enhanced ability to provide end-to-end power solutions, including rental, sales and servicing of both traditional and renewable power equipment, with support from a team that understands the energy demands involved in industry.
For the energy industry, a new era of renewable power generation is here. Total Energy Storage is operating on the cutting edge of the latest developments.
What are BESS and Hybrid Power Solutions?
BESS stands for Battery Energy Storage System, a rechargeable battery system that stores energy from various sources, such as solar power or the electricity grid, for later use. Generally consisting of a battery bank, power conversion systems and control systems for charging and discharging power, a BESS can be used in the home or across a wide number of industries. Common uses include balancing the power grid and providing a source of backup power.
These storage systems are designed to seamlessly integrate with different kinds of traditional energy sources, including photovoltaic (PV) energy and generators. Compared to a traditional diesel-powered generator, a BESS can bring down operating costs, especially in a regional or remote location.
Hybrid power solutions combine power from two or more different kinds of energy, including one renewable type, such as wind or solar. The main goal of a hybrid energy system is to use the strengths of each fuel source to your advantage while minimising its limitations. For example, running on more sustainable forms of fuel during moderate energy loads but automatically engaging diesel when a higher load calls for it. A solar hybrid energy system may harness the power of the sun during daylight hours but switch to backup power at night.
As customer demand leads businesses to seek more sustainable approaches, both BESS and storage systems represent the future of power generation and an innovative approach to sustainability.
The Areas Renewable Power Suits
Renewable power is electricity drawn from natural sources that won’t run out and produce little to no carbon emissions. This kind of power is versatile enough for various settings, from workplaces to homes. Australia has a wealth of renewable resources across the country, with industries such as solar and wind energy growing rapidly. The areas that benefit from renewable power include:
Residential areas
Renewable energy systems are common in Australian homes, with rooftop solar panels, solar hot water systems and geothermal heating all in widespread use.
Industrial areas
Industry is Australia’s largest user of energy. In factory and commercial operations, it pays to embrace sustainability while ensuring you have a strong enough source of backup power to prevent a blackout from disrupting your business. Hybrid power solutions are a common-sense approach to the problem. Technologies such as solar thermal, geothermal, and bioenergy solutions are all suitable options for Australia’s industries.
Renewable energy industrial precincts (REIPs) are a means of making carbon-intensive industries more sustainable, while also creating jobs in regional areas. These zones are designated areas for clustering industrial businesses in areas with low-cost renewable energy access. States and territories across Australia have started working on their own REIP-like initiatives, such as Queensland’s Lansdown Eco-Industrial Project.
Rural areas
Renewable energy solutions can help protect rural communities from power outages caused by weather events, while also supporting local businesses and creating employment opportunities. In outback and remote locations that aren’t connected to the power grid, this type of energy provides a steady and sustainable power source.
The Benefits of Hybrid Energy Solutions
The advantages of combining renewable energy with other power sources include:
Greater stability
Drawing on more than one kind of energy source can protect your business from the dangers of fluctuations with each. For example, when sunshine is scarce, diesel can kick in and keep your generator running continuously.
Environmental benefits
Renewable energy options reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels, improving your business’s reputation for sustainability in the process.
Potential for scalability
Hybrid energy solutions are easy to customise in order to meet increasing or decreasing levels of demand. Whether you have a small set-up or a large one, they remain efficient and cost-effective.
Lower costs
Over time, hybrid energy solutions can lower operational costs by reducing the need to rely on expensive options like fossil fuels. They also offer the option to run on renewable energy during less demanding and off-peak times, so you don’t have to use more power than necessary.
Reliable Renewable Power with Total Energy Storage
Looking for a reliable and consistent power supply that you can use across Australia, even in remote and high-energy usage areas? Total Energy Storage has a variety of hybrid renewable energy packs consisting of skid-mounted modulars, transportable units and towable trailer-mounted hybrid generators. Our diverse range of packs blends reliability with eco-conscious design to ensure that they always meet your worksite’s power needs.
A Total Energy Storage Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is an eco-friendly solution that considerably reduces a business’s carbon footprint compared to a traditional diesel generator. When you get your BESS from Total Energy Storage, you can reap a lot of other benefits at the same time, including minimal downtime and maintenance and zero emissions at the source. Seamless software updates allow you to constantly update with the latest features, while a modular design offers maximum reliability and easy servicing. Our solutions can meet the needs of remote mining camps, manufacturing plants, off-grid projects and countless other environments with high energy needs.
To find out more, contact the Total Energy Storage team on 1800 064 766 or get a free quote from us online.
