West Australian
Monday 25/9/2006, Page: 3
Remote communities can save fuel, cut costs and reduce greenhouse emissions as a result of advanced technology developed by Verve Energy and Powercor.
Verve Energy teamed up with Northern Territory company Powercor to apply multiple engineering disciplines in developing a world-leading system which combines wind energy with new low-load diesel generation technology and features innovative control systems.
Under the brand Diesel and Wind Systems (DAWS), Verve Energy has built an enviable reputation with this innovative technology which is being used successfully in remote locations such as Denham the World Heritage area, Bremer Bay and Hopetoun.
This technology allows diesel engines to operate at loads as low as 5%. allowing 95% wind input - a significant improvement on other systems where the ratio is 40/60 at best.
Verve Energy and Powercor's collaboration has married electrical and mechanical engineering to stretch the boundaries of diesel power station design and operation with great success.
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