SOURCING POWER FROM RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES IS THE MOST IMPACTFUL DECARBONISATION STRATEGY FOR MOBILE NETWORKS .
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Ericsson showcases 5G site powered by solar energy for 24 hours using Lithium-ion batteries
Ericsson unveiled a new smart and sustainable 5G site showcasing its complete energy-smart network solution in Texas . The site anchors Ericsson ’ s position in sustainable mobile networks and showcases the integration of energy-efficient solutions with use of renewable energy sources .
“ We are thrilled to announce this smartsustainable 5G site , which serves as a tangible proof point of Ericsson ’ s position in building sustainable mobile networks ,” said Kevin Zvokel , Senior Vice President and Head of Networks , Ericsson North America .
Anchoring Ericsson ' s commitment to environmental responsibility , this 5G site has the potential to be fully operated by solar energy , complemented by integrated Lithium-ion batteries , for up to a 24-hour period . Sourcing power from renewable energy sources is the most impactful decarbonisation strategy for mobile networks , doing so in an intelligent and costeffective way has been a challenge , which this energy-smart site addresses .
Ericsson ’ s smart site solutions for hybrid energy sources are designed to help operators control costs and increase profitability – especially in rural or remote areas or private networks , where traffic volumes are lower and power consumption needs to be especially efficient . Using a variety of tools to increase energy efficiency
Kevin Zvokel , Senior Vice President and Head of Networks , Ericsson North America
and sustainability – including solar power , lithium-ion batteries , and advanced software features – can be helpful for improving operator profitability .
This site includes the ultra-lightweight mid-band Massive MIMO AIR 6419 , RAN Processor 6651 along with Enclosure 6160 , which comprises of a Solar shelf 6670 , lithium-ion Batteries 6612 , and Controller 6610 for hybrid energy operation and control .
The site showcases the latest in hybrid energy management , combining onsite solar and energy storage systems to integrate clean power and increased resiliency to portions of mobile networks at greatest risk of grid outages . The site will feature advanced capabilities such as load shifting , peak shaving , and demand response which enables the site to effectively use batteries when electricity rates are high and recharge the batteries when electricity rates are lower .
This dynamic strategy allows for multiple daily cycles , ensuring optimal cost efficiency by taking advantage of the most favourable electricity prices .
This proof-of-concept , which is a more sustainable alternative to traditional off-grid sites which are typically powered by fossil fuel-based generators , is designed to show operators that , by intelligently orchestrating multiple energy sources and storage technologies in unison , they can reduce OPEX related to energy costs and help reach Net Zero goals while enabling future revenue streams from utility companies .
With a unified intelligent management system and power management , including solar power and Lithium-ion batteries , the site continuously optimises for the best energy source .
This site also has the potential to be used as a test bed to trial radio hardware and software solutions that improve energy efficiency in conjunction with smart-site solutions . It opens additional avenues for exploration , including collaboration with utility companies in areas such as grid frequency , voltage regulation , and demand response . p
SOURCING POWER FROM RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES IS THE MOST IMPACTFUL DECARBONISATION STRATEGY FOR MOBILE NETWORKS .
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