Monitoring resources for efficiency MELODIE MICHEL REPORTER Energy and Mines
B “Measuring wind and solar resources concurrently makes a lot of sense, enabling you to determine how complementary these resources are and how that will feed into your plant design.” PAUL COPESTAKE
HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL MARKETS FULCRUM3D
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efore embarking on a renewable power project, it is crucial to know exactly how much and what type of renewable resource is available on site. Fulcrum3D provides wind and solar monitoring solutions for miners to adequately evaluate the resources available to them. Paul Copestake, the company’s Head of International Markets, shares his insights with Energy and Mines on how exactly to conduct the assessment for maximum efficiency, and for how long. Energy and Mines: What’s changed over the last few months in terms of the level of interest and engagement on the part of mining companies looking to understand the potential for renewable energy? Paul Copestake: Interest and engagement have been ramping up over the last few months with mining companies readily embracing both the financial benefits and increased energy security that can be achieved through the implementation of high penetration renewables into their energy mix. E&M: What are some of the key considerations miners should keep in mind early in the process of mapping their renewable energy resource? ENERGY AND MINES MAGAZINE
