NIBULON is launching a large project to implement energy independence at the enterprise, which is an important step towards ensuring stable development, increasing efficiency, and reducing costs. One of the most effective solutions for achieving energy independence is the installation of its own solar power plants, which will allow generating energy directly on the company’s premises.
The pilot project has already been launched at the Transshipment Terminal in Mykolaiv. To date, 106 solar panels have been installed, with a total capacity of 60.95 kW. This is the first stage of the project’s implementation, enabling the use of renewable energy, reducing dependence on traditional energy sources, and helping to lower energy costs. However, this is just the beginning, and in the future, NIBULON plans to significantly expand the scale of its solar power plant. An additional 573 solar panels are planned to be installed, which will increase the total capacity by another 349.6 kW. These power plants achieve their highest efficiency in spring, summer, and early autumn, when sunlight is most intense. It is anticipated that the annual electricity savings from the solar panels will reach 61.3 MWh, helping to significantly cut the company’s energy expenditures.
The installation of the solar power plants not only helps to reduce electricity costs but also increases energy independence. By integrating battery storage into the solar power plants, the enterprise gains the ability to store electricity that can be used in case of a power outage, such as during scheduled or emergency shutdowns. This ensures the operation of critical electrical equipment even during power supply disruptions.
One of the key aspects of using solar panels is their contribution to reducing the negative impact on the environment. Through the implementation of this project, CO2 emissions have already been cut by 1.75 tons. Moreover, the energy savings from the SPP are equivalent to planting 120 trees, which also helps to improve the environmental situation. The installation of solar panels also reduces the use of diesel generators, which helps to lower CO emissions during their operation at lower power levels.
NIBULON is not limited to the Transshipment Terminal and aims to install solar power plants at its branches. Currently, engineering and economic studies are being conducted to assess the feasibility of installing solar power plants at those company branches where high electricity consumption is observed and there is enough space for panel installation. This step will not only reduce electricity costs but also make the company’s operations more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient.
