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SESSION: RECOVERY & RESILIENCY AFTER SANDY (2) Improving Resiliency and Reducing Environmental Impact with Distributed Renewable Energy Solutions
Tyler Adkins, Urban Green Energy
With the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and aging grid infrastructure, reliable energy systems are more important than ever. Compared with the conventional grid-tied alternative, on-site renewable energy systems provide a wide range of benefits, including:Energy security• Off-grid solutions work 365 days (and nights) of the year, unaffected by grid outages• Hybrid wind/solar energy systems are complementary and provide ultimate reliability• Smart energy storage systems ensure uptimeEnergy cost• Reduce monthly energy bills & exposure to energy price volatility• Smart electronics allow for remote monitoring and control – eliminate costly site visits, minimize O+M• Upgrade existing systems without interference with roadways, plumbing, fire hydrants, or other networks• Avoid cost and hassle of connecting to utility gridSustainability• Meet sustainability goals by powering systems with clean energy of wind and sun• Contribute toward LEED points for on-site renewable energy• Outsized environmental impact: 1 kWh of on-site energy = 3 kWh power plant energy• Highly visible sustainability statementNew York City-based Urban Green Energy is providing distributed renewable energy solutions for governments, institutions, corporations and others, in more than 80 countries.
Tyler Adkins is the director of outdoor lighting solutions at Urban Green Energy, a NYC-based renewable energy solution provider. UGE puts users in control of their energy source by deploying hybrid wind, solar and storage solutions for use in off-grid lighting applications, enterprise solutions, and telecom towers in more than 80 countries around the world. From parking lot lighting in Brooklyn, to large infrastructure projects in the developing world, Tyler leads UGE's efforts to engage government, institutional, and commercial clients in understanding the economic, sustainability and energy security benefits of renewable-powered lighting solutions. Tyler holds an M.Sc in Sustainability Science from Lund University, Sweden and moved to New York City in October 2012 - the day before Superstorm Sandy exposed the dire need for more resilient, robust, and sustainable infrastructure.
TRB Summer Conference: Improving Energy Security &
Sustainability with Distributed Renewable Energy
Tyler Adkins - June 18, 2014
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Agenda
Distributed renewable energy overview
Case Study: Renewable-powered off-grid lighting
Q&A
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UGE is a Leader in Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) Solutions
1,500 installations deployed in 90 countries
New York(UGE HQ)
Beijing
Mumbai
UGE Office Locations UGE Sales Locations
End-to-End Solutions Approach
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Centralized vs. Distributed Power Production
Power PlantGenerates Electricity
Transmission Lines Carry Electricity Long Distances
Transformer Steps Up Voltage For Transmission
Distribution Lines Carry Electricity To Houses
Neighborhood Transformer Steps Down Voltage
Transformers On Poles Step Down Electricity Before It Enters Houses
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Centralized vs. Distributed Power Production
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Every facility in the world has an energy deficiency
that is a mix of energy security, energy cost, and
sustainability
Why Distributed Renewable Energy?
Sustainability
Energy Security
Energy Cost
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Energy Security
Increasing frequency of extreme weather events and aging grid infrastructure systems mean reliable energy systems are more important than ever
Hybrid wind/solar systems ensure ultimate reliability
Smart electronics provide continued service, even when grid is unavailable
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Case Study New Caledonia: Microgrid
Project Overview
The New Caledonia Telecom microgrid allows for constant
uptime and minimal operating expenditure
Project Details
Located: Île Ouen, New Caledonia
Installed: January 2014
Solar PV: 6kW
Wind Turbine: 1kW
Storage: 2500Ah 48V VRLA Gel battery bank
ROI: 1.5 Years
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Energy Cost
• On-site energy systems
reduce or eliminate
monthly energy bills &
exposure to energy price
volatility
• Financed options allow
for cost savings from day
1 with no risk, upfront
cost, or maintenance
obligation
Energy prices are volatile and rising, which leaves customers vulnerable to unforeseen price increases and unable to budget with confidence
Case Study City of PingQuan: Renewable-Powered Off-Grid Lighting
Project Overview
The PingQuan highway is lit by UGE’s off-grid lighting
solutions that reduced upfront construction costs, have
no ongoing energy requirement, and serve as a high
visibility welcome for visitors to the city.
Project Details
Location: PingQuan, Hebei Province, China
Completed December, 2012
UGE Solution vs. Traditional Lighting - $550,000 vs. $560,000
up front
Ongoing savings: >$200,000 over the 20+ year lifetime
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Sustainability
Renewable portfolio standards (RPS), SREC markets, & carbon credits support increased adoption
On-site energy has an outsized environmental impact (ratio of 3:1 kWh in New York)
Contribute toward LEED certification
Highly visible sustainability statement
Performance mandates and sustainability plans increasingly drive the adoption of on-site renewable energy
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Case Study Whole Foods Market: On-Site Energy and Off-Grid Lighting
Project Overview
Whole Foods is pursuing LEED platinum certification for
their “store of the future” concept at the new location
in Brooklyn, NY. The site includes a wide range of
recycled materials, efficiency measures, and on-site
renewable energy, including:300 kW Solar Canopy – Power Purchase Agreement = no
initial investment, technology risk, or maintenance costs
Off-grid lighting systems – Minimize installation costs,
eliminate ongoing energy cost, 100% uptime
EV charging stations – Wind-powered charging stations for
electric vehicles
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Case Study Whole Foods Market: On-Site Energy and Off-Grid Lighting
Example:Off-Grid Lighting
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Three Main Challenges for Outdoor Lighting Projects
High CAPEX: Extending underground grid power to site is largest share of installation costs
High OPEX: Ongoing energy bill is often the largest lifetime cost
High uncertainty: Energy price volatility makes budgeting and planning difficult. System operation is 100% reliant on grid availability
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Off-Grid Solutions – A Better Model for Lighting Infrastructure
Cost savings from Day 1: Avoid cost & headache associated with trenching and grid interconnection
Complete cost certainty: No ongoing electricity bill eliminates exposure to energy price volatility
Energy security & sustainability: Powered by wind and sun; more reliable than grid infrastructure and unaffected by grid outages
www.urbangreenenergy.com
Contact:
TYLER ADKINSDirector, Outdoor Lighting Solutions
Email: [email protected] Phone: (917) 267-7360
330 W 38th Street, Suite 1103 New York, NY, USA 10018