Atlas Copco’s Energy Storage System wins Environmental Product of the Year Award
15 December 2023
Atlas Copco’s ZBC energy storage systems have won the prestigious ‘Environmental Product of The Year’ award in the Association of Manufacturers and suppliers of Power generating Systems (AMPS) Excellence awards.
Atlas Copco representatives (from left to right) Charlie Wheeler, Megan Brownsell, Paul Webster collecting the award
The accolade is given to the most innovative solution for the power industry that significantly contributes to sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental impact while positively influencing the sector. Atlas Copco’s ZBC energy storage systems have been recognized for their sustainable approach to power generation. The range exemplifies a concept of environmental impact reduction, lowering emissions and operating noise while providing versatile and renewable power solutions.
It’s a very exciting time in the industry. The UK is actively transitioning toward a low-carbon energy system and the demand and opportunities for this technology are growing significantly and will continue to do so. With products like the ZBC systems, we are able to offer unique solutions that help customers reduce their environmental impact. We will continue to innovate and integrate the latest battery technology, develop our portfolio and adapt to demands to keep our competitive edge and remain at the forefront of this technology in our sectors.
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Atlas Copco ZBC energy storage system
“We are honoured and humbled to receive this award for our ZBC energy storage systems,” says Paul Webster, Business Line Manager at Atlas Copco’s Power and Flow Division in the UK. “The competition in this category was really strong, so we would like to thank the organisers and judges for the recognition of our revolutionary product. Energy storage is a vital part of our transition to a low-carbon sustainable future and our ZBC range has the potential to transform the energy industry. We truly believe it is a product that can make a positive difference in the world.”
The high-performing ZBC energy storage systems are powerful, efficient and sustainable – both environmentally and in operations, and enable customers to reduce their carbon footprint and make substantial energy cost savings. The systems incorporate Lithium-ion batteries to provide emission-free operations.
Atlas Copco ZBC units can be used as a standalone power source or combined with generators, the power grid or renewable energy sources to make a hybrid power solution, as well as to create microgrids.