A mining contractor operating in remote Australia faced around $200,000 in annual diesel costs for powering site offices, worker accommodation camps, and dining hall.
Due to the nomadic nature of these operations where they will relocate the camp every 12-36 months, a mobile solution is the only option suitable for their energy needs.
PHNXX Solution:
- Replace diesel generators PHNXX Modules producing a combined 280 kW solar PV with 645 kWh battery storage
- Comprised of 4 x S70i (solar only modules) and a B645 (645kWh battery module)
- Integrated real-time energy monitoring to optimize energy use and battery cycling.
- Can be installed by existing site personnel and equipment. Requiring only 6 people a single day to deploy and install.
- Wind-rated up to 135 mph winds, suitable for windy island regions.
- Cost: USD$ 579,000.
Impact:
- Carbon Abatement: 560 tonnes CO2 per year
- Annual savings: $190,000 (95% reduction in fuel and logistics costs).
- Diesel reduction: From 100,000 litres/year to 5,000 litres/year
- Maintenance cost savings: $5,000/year due to reduced generator wear.
- Payback period: 3.1 years.
- ROI over 10 years: ~300%
