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Behind the MeterLDC - French Agricultural Company

LDC "Behind the Meter"
Project

Transforming operational energy costs into sustainable assets through advanced economic sizing and technical feasibility studies for a leading French agricultural company.

4.9 MW
Solar PV
2 Hr
Battery Storage
70%+
Cost Reduction
The Challenge

Decarbonize Operations,
Reduce Energy Costs

The client required a strategy to decarbonize operations and mitigate rising operational costs, specifically targeting a reduction of their $1.5m annual energy expenditure.

As a major agricultural operation, the client faced volatile energy prices and increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions. The challenge was to identify the optimal configuration of onsite renewable energy assets that would deliver maximum cost savings while supporting their sustainability objectives.

The project required detailed analysis of granular metering data, seasonal demand patterns, and technical feasibility to ensure the investment would deliver long-term value and operational resilience.

Key Objectives

  • Reduce $1.5M annual energy expenditure
  • Decarbonize agricultural operations
  • Optimize solar and battery asset sizing
  • Ensure long-term investment viability
  • Mitigate exposure to volatile energy prices
The Solution

Data-Driven Economic
Optimization

Conducted advanced economic sizing and technical feasibility studies, utilizing granular metering and seasonal data to optimize the configuration of onsite solar and battery assets.

1. Economic Sizing Analysis

Advanced modeling to determine optimal solar and battery capacity.

  • Granular metering data analysis for demand profiling
  • Seasonal variation assessment for agricultural operations
  • Optimization algorithms for cost-benefit analysis

2. Financial Modeling

Comprehensive financial modeling for investment validation.

  • 30-year lifecycle cost analysis and ROI projections
  • Energy price volatility risk assessment
  • Carbon reduction quantification and reporting

3. Technical Feasibility

Detailed technical assessment for implementation readiness.

  • Site assessment and grid connection analysis
  • Equipment specification and vendor evaluation
  • Implementation timeline and risk mitigation planning
The Outcome

Transforming Costs into
Sustainable Assets

Achieved a projected reduction in energy costs of over 70%, successfully transforming a major expense into a sustainable, long-term asset.

70%+
Energy Cost Reduction
$1M+
Annual Savings Projected
4.9 MW
Solar + 2Hr Battery

"OnyX's data-driven approach transformed our energy strategy from a cost center to a competitive advantage, delivering both financial returns and environmental impact that align with our corporate sustainability commitments."

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