Holcim US, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable building solutions, has joined forces with TotalEnergies to implement a groundbreaking initiative at Holcim’s Portland cement plant in Florence, Colorado. This partnership entails the installation, maintenance, and operation of a substantial solar power system and battery energy storage. TotalEnergies will oversee the deployment of a 33 MWdc ground-mounted solar PV array and a 38.5 MWh battery energy storage system, ensuring the plant’s energy needs are efficiently met.
To optimize energy generation, the project incorporates cutting-edge bifacial solar panels in conjunction with single-axis solar trackers. This innovative combination ensures maximum energy yield from the solar installation. Additionally, the integrated energy storage system plays a crucial role in mitigating the plant’s impact on the local utility grid, especially during peak periods of energy consumption. By leveraging this advanced technology, the project aims to enhance overall energy efficiency and sustainability.
Holcim has set forth a comprehensive set of objectives to strengthen its position as a sustainability leader. One of its key aspirations is to achieve 100% renewable energy usage across all of its operations in the United States by the year 2050. This ambitious goal demonstrates Holcim’s commitment to sustainable practices and its determination to contribute to a cleaner and more environmentally friendly future.
Atl Martinez, Vice President of Procurement for Holcim North America, expressed the company’s unwavering commitment to driving operational transformation and reducing its carbon footprint through the partnership with TotalEnergies. He hailed the collaboration as a significant investment that will not only decrease reliance on conventional energy sources but also result in substantial utility cost savings. By harnessing the combined power of clean energy and efficient operations, this initiative marks a major milestone in Holcim’s journey towards sustainability and environmental stewardship.
