An increasing number of businesses are incorporating solar power into their energy strategies because it is more cost-effective, conserves energy, and contributes to environmental protection.
In a recent solar system installation, our client was a fish farm located in Ikorodu, Lagos, Nigeria. We set up a PV inverter system, also known as a string inverter. This PV or string inverter technology differs from the hybrid inverter technology that many users in Nigeria or other parts of Africa might be familiar with.
Our client made the investment by installing 12.3kWp of solar panels along with a 50kVA String Inverter at their farm to help reduce the cost of their electricity. This means there is still room for more solar panels in the future.
You must be curious about how this PV inverter operates
A PV inverter converts the DC (direct current) electricity generated by solar panels directly into AC (alternating current) electricity to be used by your home or your business's appliances. This inverter does not store; it only converts (No backup battery).
A unique requirement of this type of inverter is that it requires the grid (PHCN) or a generator to be active for it to function. That is why it's more popular in regions with stable power. The objective is to save on existing electricity or fuel consumption costs.
This setup is designed to provide the farm’s daytime energy needs, ensuring it saves a lot of money on electricity bills.
How much are you saving on electricity?
This installation will enable our client to reduce electricity bills by 60%-80%.
Key components of this install
50kVA String Inverter: The inverter is the component that converts the electricity produced by the solar panels (DC power) into the type used by the machines and appliances (AC power). It also ensures that the solar panels work efficiently to produce the most energy possible.
Solar Panels (615 watts each) These PV modules convert the light from the sun to produce clean electricity. With an average daily production of approximately 45 kWh, the panels produce enough power to reduce the farm’s electricity costs by approximately 60% daily.
Meter We also installed a meter that tracks how much energy the system is producing and how much the farm is using. This helps the farm see how much money it’s saving. The data is also important to optimize the system and find ways to save even more.
Why Solar Works for Fish Farming?
Running a fish farm takes a lot of energy for things like aeration, pumping water, and refrigeration. By using solar power, this farm now enjoys:
Lower Costs: The solar system reduces electricity bills and cuts down on diesel or fuel expenses for the client.
Eco-Friendliness: Solar power is clean energy, which helps reduce pollution and protects the environment.
Conclusion
The fish farm in Ikorodu is proof that solar energy can transform how businesses work. With this type of solar system for business, the farm now has a cost-effective, and eco-friendly power source personalized to its electricity needs.
Do you want to save money and improve your business with solar? Crimson Power Ltd. is here to help! Contact us today for personalized solar solutions.
Think Solar, Think Crimson Power Ltd.
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