At Stahl, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact, and at Stahl Brasil, we have made a significant stride by embracing solar power to meet 50% of the energy requirements at our Portão plant.
Sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels
Finding new forms to generate energy is the great challenge of modern engineering. Doing so is needed not just to prevent the depletion of natural resources, but also to be self-sufficient and independent of oil, gas and mineral fossil fuels. To keep our operations running, we need sustainable solutions that can keep our facilities heated and our forklifts powered up. Less is better when it comes to using energy, and shifting to more durable energy generation is one of the pillars of today’s industry.Discovering innovative methods to generate energy is the paramount challenge of contemporary engineering. It is not only essential to prevent the depletion of natural resources, but also to achieve self-sufficiency and reduce reliance on oil, gas, and mineral fossil fuels. In order to sustain our operations, we require sustainable solutions that can effectively heat our facilities and power our forklifts. The key to efficient energy consumption lies in embracing more resilient methods of energy generation, which has become a fundamental principle in today's industrial landscape.
2,225 solar modules?
As part of our global initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve self-sufficiency, our implementation project began in July 2018. Over a period of seven months, we strategically installed 2,225 solar modules on the roofs and surrounding areas, including the grounds and parking lot. This impressive installation provides Stahl Brasil's second largest facility, situated in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, with a remarkable 840 kWp (kilowatt peak) capacity. This is sufficient to meet half of the energy demands of our manufacturing plant. Take a moment to visualize the awe-inspiring sight of 2,225 solar panels from an aerial perspective.
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