SMA Solar Technology AG Aims to Reduce Energy Consumption by 24% by 2024 through E-mobility and Energy Efficiency Initiatives

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SMA Solar Technology AG is making a significant push towards reducing its energy consumption and transitioning to 100% e-mobility for its vehicle fleet. The company has expanded its charging stations to 103 and plans to add another 100 charging points next year. SMA is also implementing various energy-saving measures, including the conversion of heating systems to heat pumps, modernizing its PV power plant, and reducing lighting energy consumption through LED conversion.

Key Takeaways:

  • SMA aims to procure around 17,000 megawatt hours of solar energy in 2023 and 2024, which will be used to power its e-mobility operations.
  • The company plans to save around 5,800 megawatt hours of energy by the end of 2024, equivalent to the annual power consumption of around 1,500 households.
  • SMA is converting its heating systems to heat pumps, implementing the "Warming not heating" project to reduce energy consumption, and modernizing its PV power plant to generate more clean solar power.
  • The company is setting an example for energy efficiency and reducing its energy consumption by 24% by 2024.
  • SMA has developed the SMA EV Charger, a charging solution that is being used by 224 employees with private vehicles and 95 company vehicles.
  • The company's "Warming not heating" project involves employees wearing clothing with a heating function to reduce energy consumption.

Statistics:

  • SMA aims to procure 17,000 megawatt hours of solar energy in 2023 and 2024.
  • The company plans to save around 5,800 megawatt hours of energy by the end of 2024.
  • This is equivalent to the annual power consumption of around 1,500 households.
  • SMA generates around 5.4 MW of clean solar power after repowering its PV power plant.
  • The company's rooftop system on the SMA GIGAWATT FACTORY will have an output of 1.05 MW.

Sources:

  • SMA Solar Technology AG Press Release (November 23)
  • SMA Solar Technology AG Website (About SMA)
  • SMA Solar Technology AG Website (E-mobility Solutions for Fleets)