The Engineering Works Construction Company 17 (Ingeco), in Holguin, is transforming its energy matrix. By installing solar systems to ensure the continuity of key projects in the province’s road, economic, and social infrastructure.
Arturo Santiesteban Reyes, director of the entity also known as ECOI 17. He explained to the Cuban News Agency that, amid the country’s current energy crisis. The strategy consists of gradually supplying all of the company’s basic business units (UEBs) and asphalt production with photovoltaic energy.
The energy matrix shift began at the main headquarters. Also where the highest consumption is concentrated. With the installation of a backup system with a 32-kilowatt (kW) storage capacity, 12 kW inverters, and 14 solar panels. Allowing work to continue even in the event of power outages.
Other facilities that already have backup technology using renewable sources are the Asphalt Unit. Which prioritizes supplying power to the offices, and the Earthmoving Unit.
Santiesteban Reyes explained that in these cases, smaller systems are used. With a five-kilowatt inverter, a five-kilowatt battery, and a photovoltaic generation capacity of around four kilowatts per hour. Suited to the lower demand levels of these units.
The executive noted that, although the cost of these systems is high, they were able to acquire them through loans. Also the plan includes, based on a needs assessment. Incorporating a plant focused on the industrialization of hot and cold asphalt mixes.
He added that the factory will prioritize improvements to safety, lighting, and its social impact on the community. So that people can visit the facility to recharge their energy-efficient appliances and mobile phones.
Ingeco remains a leading company in the northeastern region for the production and application of cold asphalt. An alternative that supports the maintenance of more than 6,000 kilometers of roads in the province and eastern part of the country.
With information from CNA
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