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Powering Mine Site Camps (Potential Use Case)
Location:Pilbara Region, WA, Australia
System Details: 280 kW solar PV with 645 kWh battery storage for powering remote mining camps
Impact: $190,000 annual savings, 560 tonnes CO2 abatement, and 95% reduction in diesel use
Powering remote sites with reliable and low-emission energy. Strong focus on sustainable power for accommodation camps.
A mining contractor operating in remote Australia faced over $200,000 per year in diesel cost to power site offices, worker accommodation camps and dining facilities. The camp relocates every 12-36 months, meaning a mobile and rapidly deployable energy system is essential for their operations.
PHNXX Solution:
Replace diesel generators with PHNXX Modules producing 280 kW of solar PV and 645 kWh of battery storage
System comprises 4 x S70i (solar only modules) and 1 x B645 (645kWh battery module)
Integrated real-time energy monitoring optimizes energy use and battery cycling
Can be installed by existing site personnel and equipment, requiring only 6 people for a single-day deployment and installation
Wind-rated to 135 mph, suitable for exposed and remote locations
Estimated Cost: USD $579,000.
Impact:
Carbon Abatement: 560 tonnes of 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 savings: ~$5,000/year from reduced generator wear
Payback period: ~3.1 years
ROI over 10 years: ~300%
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