How energy solutions can protect your business

One of the most serious issues confronting South African businesses is load shedding. And, as we all continue to deal with electricity blackouts, consider how the resulting downtime affects your productivity and bottom line.

According to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, the country has already experienced load shedding equivalent to more than 90% of the energy shed for 2021. Therefore, the ability of your company to protect itself from the disruption of load shedding could be a competitive advantage.

Dependable energy solutions

When choosing an energy solution partner, find a supplier with the knowledge and expertise to provide you with the best load shedding solutions. In addition, you’ll want a company you can rely on to meet your company’s energy needs. When looking for an energy solutions provider, it is best to do your research. Examining a supplier’s case studies is a reliable way to vet them. You should also talk to current customers who can tell you about their own experiences with the supplier.

It will indicate the quality of service they provide and prevent you from wasting time and money on a company unfamiliar with alternative energy deployment.

It is also critical to select an energy solution supplier who you know will be around for the long haul. The greater your provider’s commitment to the relationship, the easier your energy journey will be. You can be confident that no technical or knowledge issues will derail your migration.

Choose the best energy solutions for your company

Each energy solution has its own advantages and disadvantages, so you must ensure that the solution you select meets your needs.

For example, if you have employees who work from home and you need them to be online during a power outage, you should think about a portable backup power system. This chargeable plug-and-play solution can power low-current appliances such as desktop PCs and routers during load-shedding hours.

A backup generator is ideal for industrial or large businesses that require power-intensive loads. What’s great about this energy solution is that it turns on automatically when a power outage is detected. This way, your business processes can continue to operate even during extended power outages.

With solar power, you can use the maximum amount of renewable electricity generated by your solar panels during times of low solar output or a power outage. This is the best option if you also require tracking and energy consumption optimisation to save energy in a building.

If you’re unsure which energy solution is best for you, your supplier should act as a trusted advisor and make the best recommendations for your company.

Consider the cost

Load shedding solutions for your company are available at various price points. You should consider your needs when determining how much you’re willing to pay. However, the cost of these solutions should not be a deterrent.

If you cannot afford a one-time fee, speak with your supplier, who may be able to provide you with a rental option. Another option is a power purchase agreement, which is a contract in which the solar PV system is installed for free in exchange for payment for the electricity produced. This will be at a lower cost per kilowatt hour than the national grid.

Scale your energy solution

You might want to gradually increase your energy independence to avoid becoming a victim of rolling out too much too quickly. Unless your company can afford to go all-in on the most advanced alternative energy solution, the most prudent plan would be to transition from one solution to another gradually. For example, you might want to start with a low-cost solution like battery backup and then progress to a generator and, eventually, a solar solution. As a result, when choosing a supplier, ensure their solutions can grow and evolve with your company.

Contact Trunuty for details

Trunuty sells and services a wide range of gasoline and diesel backup generators. In addition, we provide installation with an electrical compliance certificate (COC). To ensure our customers’ safety and proof of our teams’ ability to do the necessary work, all electrical installations, including business generators, are backed up with a valid COC.

Get in touch with a representative from Trunuty today for more information about our comprehensive and cost-effective energy solutions.