Siemens has unveiled an advanced on-site microgrid at its Wendell, North Carolina facility, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon operations by 2030.
The 1.25-megawatt (MW) microgrid combines a solar PV carport array with a 3.9-megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system, and is capable of meeting 100% of the facility’s energy needs through renewable energy while operating independently from the grid.
Together with other campus-wide energy-saving initiatives, the system has enabled the Wendell site to achieve fully carbon-neutral operations while reducing overall grid energy consumption by 2.5 MWh annually.
As the largest solar+storage industrial microgrid interconnected with Duke Energy’s distribution network in the Carolinas, the system can also participate in net energy metering, exporting excess electricity back to the grid to support surrounding customers.
On-site EV chargers are also connected to the microgrid, enabling vehicles to be charged via self-generated solar energy.
“There is no question that we must do more to lower energy costs for North Carolinians and strengthen the resilience of our electric grid,” said Congresswoman Ross, in a statement. “I’m grateful to see Siemens stepping up in Wendell with innovative investments that will expand clean, reliable energy.”
The microgrid is built entirely using Siemens products, including its SICAM A8000 Microgrid Controller, KACO string inverters, and Desigo building management system, making it a showcase of the company’s end-to-end energy portfolio.
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