In partnership with Greener Power Solutions, a Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) has been delivering emission-free power in a hybrid set up at a major UK film studio.
Since October, this collaboration has achieved signification cost and emission savings, including a reduction of 2,978 generator running hours, 46,188 litres of fuel, 14.9 tonnes of CO2 and 707kg of NOx. Connected to a 125A grid and a Stage V generator via an Automatic Mains Failure (AMF) system, it ensures the flexibility and reliability for the complexities of film production.
Greener batteries play a vital role in hybrid energy set-ups, working alongside diesel generators and grid power to optimise efficiency and sustainability. By storing excess energy and suppling power during peak demand, batteries help minimise generator runtime, reducing fuel consumption, emissions and noise on set.
They can act as a reliable backup when grid power is unstable, ensuring a steady and adaptable energy for build and development of the production. This hybrid approach enhances sustainability without compromising the high-energy demands of film production. On 22nd November, the connected grid supply experienced a trip. The battery ran until it had to shut down due to a low state of Charge (SoC). This triggered the AMF to start the Stage V generator. Our in-house Energy Management System (EMS), Greener Projects, documented the incident in detail, capturing both the disruption and the battery’s performance. Following the incident Supply 2 Location asked to be notified when the battery charge drops below 50%. A request we’re easily able to fulfil with Greener Projects.
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