The Republic of Ireland has shown an upward trend in terms of sustainability with a clear mission to reduce carbon emissions, with a target of a 51% reduction in emissions from the levels in 2018. Considering that the construction industry makes up 36% of global energy use and 40% of total CO2 emissions, it’s clear to see why sustainability in construction is particularly important, that’s why at Laois Hire we are committed to providing our customers with a more ecofriendly approach to your power solutions.
What we have to offer:
The vast majority of our Power fleet 40KVA and above are compatible with HVO fuel and can be provided full of HVO to site as an alternative to green diesel. We also work with some of the largest suppliers of HVO & Bio Fuels in Ireland so we can supply your generator package with a fuel management service to ensure you stay operational at all times.
Battery Energy Storage Solutions for reduced CO2 emissions:
We offer a range of cutting-edge Battery Energy Storage units designed to enhance energy efficiency, reduce operational costs and promote environmental sustainability. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS also known as Hussh Pods) are advanced technological solutions that store energy from various sources, such as the grid or a temporary generator for later use.
Our Hush pods 30/45 & 45/90 are fast becoming the “go to” Hybrid solution that integrates advances battery storage with a reliable generator system. These pods are perfect within the construction industry, regularly used to power full site set-ups (up to 10 cabins), providing power to off-line turbines, peak lopping, telecoms and tower cranes.
Benefits include:
Reduced Emissions and Noise – the Hussh Pod operates with reduced noise levels and significantly lower emissions, making it eco-friendly and compliant with strict environmental standards.
Flexible Power Supply – With its hybrid design, the system seamlessly switches between generator and battery power, ensuring consistent energy delivery even during peak loads.
Cost-Effective Solution – Fuel savings and lower maintenance costs make the Hussh Pod an economical choice for long-term projects (see case study below based on 12 week hire period)
Full Monitoring – Our solution is also equipped with a full monitoring and data platform. This allows our team to view the current and past performance of the 24/7, 365 days of the year. Our customers can also be given access to this platform
Customisable Setup – We are committed to delivering the best option for our clients’ needs with a suitable customised housing, we can perform a full site set-up to help you get the maximum benefit and efficiency from your unit.
Fleet investment- We appreciate that new machinery often offers benefits like increased efficiency, lower maintenance needs and better technology, that is why we look at continuously investing in our generator fleet to keep up with industry standards working with leading manufacturers such as Macgen, BGG etc.
Site Specific Applications:
No two projects are the same, whether it’s an event you are planning, a construction project, a shut down or anything in between we can tailor make a package to suit you. We can talk to your teams about options to minimise the generator run times so that it isn’t running unnecessary periods throughout the hire, reducing your carbon. We can offer bespoke software solutions such as fitting an auto on / off timer or offering a unit that allows you to control it remotely.
Our Environmental Commitment
All this to say, this is a small insight into how Laois Power are doing our bit to help you do yours but you might wonder what the Briggs group environmental commitments are:
We recognise our responsibility as a large organisation to help protect and preserve the environment. We have always acted in a responsible fashion with regards to sustainability; however we know that more needs to be done.
This is why we’re pushing forward with a comprehensive programme of activity that demonstrates our clear commitment towards sustainable working and creating a greener future for everyone to enjoy.
Our environmental commitment includes these clear ambitions:
· For each truck we sell, we will plant a tree
· We will phase out all petrol and diesel vehicles from our company car fleet in favour of electric and hybrid vehicles
· The installation of electric charging stations throughout Briggs locations
· Ongoing work with our manufacturing partners to investigate and promote the latest green technology and products
· The introduction of solar and wind power energy generation at our locations
· Inclusion of this environmental commitment in our business strategy
· Ongoing development of our infrastructure platforms to support this sustainability commitment
Contact Michaela for more information:
| Specialised Division (Power) | Michaela Turley | 086 8158472 | mturley@laoishire.com |
