Here the Rondo Heat Battery is delivering heat to Calgren on a Heat-as-a-Service basis, supplying energy at a cost per MMBtu lower than gas-fired heat.Whiskey lovers, raise a glass! Alcoholic beverage giant Diageo is cleaning up its act at two major production facilities. They’re swapping gas-guzzling boilers for cutting-edge tech that runs on clean energy. It’s a big win for those sipping sustainable cocktails.
Here’s the science bit: the Rondo Heat Battery grabs power from solar and wind when it’s available. Then, it stores that energy by heating bricks to a scorching 1500 degrees Celsius. Think of it as a super long-lasting hot water bottle for your entire factory. You can read more about it here in ourThe best part? These batteries can run pretty much non-stop even if the renewable energy source is only juicing them up for a few hours daily.
The RHB300 facility, for example, offers an impressive 300 MWh energy storage capacity, coupled with a 20 MWt discharge capability. It can charge at up to 70 MWac and delivers heat continuously around the clock. The system boasts unlimited cycles and a lifespan exceeding 40 years, all while maintaining zero emissions.Rondo, with backing from big names like Bill Gates, oil giant Saudi Aramco is on a mission to make industrial heat cleaner.