Hybrid generators use a combination of diesel and lithium battery technology to provide reliable and more environmentally friendly power generation. They are ideal for remote locations that have limited or no access to power grids, as well as for any business that wants to reduce its carbon or noise emissions, or to cut operating and maintenance costs.

Hybrid generators are energy-efficient and produce less carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions than fully diesel generators. They are increasingly being adopted by a range of key industries across Australia. The federal government is increasingly encouraging the reduction of CO2 emissions via sustainable energy solutions. 

If you are a business owner, project manager or procurement officer, then it’s important to consider the potential use of a hybrid generator for your power generation needs.

Industries Adopting Hybrid Generators

Three major industries that are increasingly adopting hybrid generators in Australia are the construction, telecommunications and healthcare industries. 

Let’s look at each one in turn.

Construction

Whether you’re in an urban or remote construction site, it’s crucial to have a reliable and continuous power supply. Adopting hybrid generators in construction rather than traditional diesel generators (or the grid) can help builders to:

  • Cut diesel fuel costs
  • Reduce their carbon footprint by lowering their CO2 emissions.

Applications of Hybrid Generators in Construction

Construction companies face significant challenges in large-scale infrastructure projects in remote parts of Australia. Construction sites in remote areas are usually off the power grid and face significant fuel delivery logistics hurdles.  

Installing a hybrid power generation system that combines solar energy and diesel fuel can enable construction companies working on remote projects to cater for their energy needs. Those power needs usually include running a significant amount of heavy construction machinery and lighting, as well as their office operations.

A reliable hybrid generator can significantly reduce fuel costs during a time of extremely high diesel fuel prices in Australia. It can also significantly reduce their diesel fuel transportation costs. A  hybrid generator’s solar panels can provide clean energy during their daytime work activities, while diesel power generation can be used during overcast days or when construction work is being done at night.  

Telecommunications

Communication towers and data centres need an uninterrupted power supply 24/7, 365 days a year. Using hybrid generators in telecommunications rather than traditional diesel generators (or the grid) is especially useful in remote locations.

Applications of Hybrid Generators in Telecommunications

Australian telcos face big challenges in remote locations like the Northern Territory and other outback areas of the country: providing reliable power to cell towers that often experience very harsh weather conditions. 

Cell towers are critical infrastructure for providing both mobile and internet services to remote communities that are a long way away from power grids. These locations are also a long way for regular diesel fuel delivery, so any opportunity to reduce consumption can provide both cost-saving and logistical benefits.

Telco companies can use hybrid power generators that integrate solar panels with a diesel generator. Solar is usually the primary energy source in these systems, with the diesel generator used as a backup when the sun isn’t shining or when there is increased power demand. Batteries can also be used to store excess energy generated during the day for later use at night or during inclement weather to ensure an uninterrupted power supply.

Hybrid generator systems can significantly reduce the diesel fuel usage of telco companies, lowering both their operational costs and their CO2 emissions. They can provide a reliable and cost-effective power supply to ensure uninterrupted telecommunications services in remote regions. 

Using hybrid power can also help telecommunications companies to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and the environment by reducing their carbon footprint.

Healthcare

Healthcare services like hospitals and medical facilities are another industry that require an uninterrupted power supply 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 

Using hybrid generators in healthcare rather than traditional diesel generators (or the grid) can help health service providers in remote locations to reduce their costs while still ensuring their essential service delivery.

Applications of Hybrid Generators in Healthcare

Regional healthcare providers face major challenges: cost-effectively powering essential and remote medical clinics 24/7, 365 days a year. These clinics serve local communities and are often off the grid. In addition, they face the usual fuel delivery cost and logistical issues of any remote Australian location. 

Reliable clinic power is essential for using lifesaving medical equipment, vaccine refrigeration and general operating activities. Healthcare providers can install a hybrid power generation system with solar panels, a diesel generator and battery storage capabilities to meet their energy demands.

The solar panels can provide clean energy during the day. Any excess energy generated during the day can be stored for later use via the system’s batteries. The system’s diesel power generator will kick in only when necessary, significantly reducing diesel fuel usage and associated costs. Most importantly, the components of a hybrid generator system combine to ensure that it is a very reliable power generation source.

Other Industrial Hybrid Generator Applications

In addition to construction, telecommunications and healthcare, other industrial applications of hybrid generators include:

  • The mining industry
  • The agricultural industry and rural communities. 

These sectors can also benefit from the cost and CO2 emission reductions that hybrid power generation systems provide.

Conclusion

The major hybrid generator benefits for Australian industries and businesses include:

  • Reduced CO2 and noise emissions
  • Reduced operating and maintenance costs
  • A reliable, uninterrupted power generation source.

How We Can Help

If you are looking for a hybrid generator for your business, check out our solar hybrid generators at PR Power. 

Contact us to find out more about how you can use hybrid technology to generate long-term savings. We have offices in Western Australia, Queensland and Victoria.

Our specialist team will take the time to understand your specific needs and can provide you with professional advice and a no-obligation quote for a tailored power solution. We would also be happy to answer any questions you may have.

In addition to our PR Power hybrid generators, we also stock a range of other net zero equipment and technology, including solar lighting towers, hybrid lighting towers and battery packs.