POWER QUALITY TITANS BATTLE
The operation of data centers is critical to the success of many companies. A power failure means loss of important data, customer service problems, and damage to reputation. To avoid those issues, it is imperative to have a reliable power system to keep critical processes running without any interruption. In the past, UPS systems have been the most popular option to ensure continuous power. However, they have a significant disadvantage: they completely depend on the mains to charge their batteries.
With the rising cost of grid electric power and concerns regarding CO2 emissions, Solar Hybrid systems are gaining popularity bringing a Solar Hybrid vs UPS battle about "Power Quality" and "Power Reliability". These systems combine power from the electrical grid, with solar power generated by solar panels and long-life, reliable LiFePo4 battery banks. Energy from solar panels is used to charge backup batteries and provide additional power during demand peaks and to be “sold” to the grid. This not only reduces the cost of energy from the grid but also reduces the carbon footprint.
A recent study from the Solar Industry Association (SEIA), found that hybrid solar systems have a faster ROI than UPS for critical applications like data centers. On average, solar hybrid systems have a 4-year ROI, while UPS systems have an 8-year ROI.
Regarding reliability, measured by MTBF (mean time between failures), Solar Hybrid systems can outperform UPS. According to research from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Solar Hybrid systems have an MTBF of about 10~15 years, while UPS systems have an average MTBF of about 5~7 years.
In summary, Solar Hybrid systems are a current and promising trend for critical processes. With the Integration Coefficient IC approach, customized systems that are more cost-effective and energy-efficient can be integrated. As electricity costs continue to rise at a worldwide rate of 3% per year and solar technology continues to improve by leaps and bounds, we are seeing more and more organizations adopt Solar Hybrid systems.
Then, current data confirms that Solar Hybrid systems are a better option than UPS systems for critical processes in terms of cost, reliability, and sustainability.
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