Frequently Asked Questions about voltage optimisation

Jan. 29, 2012 - PRLog -- Carbon reduction is a hot topic around the world and the UK government’s CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme (the carbon emissions reporting and pricing programme) has brought it to the attention of many British companies. While voltage optimisation lies at the heart of a carbon reduction commitment, it remains an area of some confusion for the uninitiated. Here are the answers to some of the most Frequently Asked Questions about voltage optimisation from Ecoadapt (http://www.ecoadapt.co.uk/).

What is the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme and does it apply to my company?
The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme (previously known as the Carbon Reduction Commitment) is the carbon emissions reporting and pricing programme which is mandatory for all organisations using more than 6,000MWh per year of electricity (equivalent to an annual electricity bill of about £500,000). The scheme requires UK companies within this criterion to measure and report their carbon emissions each year, following a specific set of measurement rules. The aim of the scheme is to reduce carbon emissions from UK organisations by at least 4 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, by the year 2020.
What relevance does voltage optimisation have to the CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme?
Voltage optimisation provides the most significant impact in helping companies meet their carbon reduction commitment. That is because it is the energy-saving way to reduce the electricity voltage to a site, which reduces losses in equipment, reduces energy consumption and CO2 emissions, as well as lowering energy costs.
What is the difference between voltage optimisation and voltage stabilisation?
Optimising the voltage into a site does provide energy and therefore cost savings, however stabilising the voltage protects against the instability of the UK national grid, which is prone to high levels of voltage volatility. Ecoadapt installs 2nd generation voltage stabilisation units which not only optimise voltage output but which also regulate the power levels. These units hold the voltage at a stable, optimum level which future proofs equipment against any grid instability and can reduce electric costs by as much as 50%.
What needs to be installed for my company to be able to harness voltage optimisation?
This will depend on the particulars of your company. Ecoadapt have a site survey team which assesses the individual needs of each company. Ecoadapt will design a voltage reduction, optimisation and stabilisation solution which is right for your organisation. To find out more, visit the Ecoadapt website at http://www.ecoadapt.co.uk/.