A handbook designed to help Australian mines find renewable solutions to power their operations.
From volatile fuel and commodity prices through to an increasing need for energy security, a growing number of miners around the world are turning to renewable energy to help solve these challenges. Global expectations on carbon pricing and the increased importance of social licence, are also pushing mining leaders to pursue renewable energy options.
During the past five years, ARENA has invested more than $30 million in demonstration projects and feasibility studies to understand how hybrid power generation at mine sites can become a reality. As wind and solar prices continue to decline, the economic case for deploying renewables has become more compelling.
The Hybrid power generation for Australian off-grid mines handbook was developed by Ekistica (on behalf of ARENA) to address both the real and perceived barriers faced by mines looking to adopt a new way to power their work.
By combining subject matter expertise with industry engagement and real life case studies, this handbook presents a practical guide for the mining and power industry sectors on the opportunities, challenges and key determinants of the commercial and technical viability of hybrid power generation.
Included in the handbook:
– Role of power in mining
– Introduction to hybrid power generation
– Integration considerations
– Commercial structure options
– Financial modelling
– Detailed considerations for final studies and design
– Examples of opportunities
Copies of the handbook will be available at the upcoming Energy and Mines Australia Summit on June 27-28 at the Pan Pacific, Perth.
Also available to download here