Aggreko Completes Solar PV Installation at Los Angeles Service Center, Achieves 100% Renewable Energy Supply

Aggreko, a provider of engineered energy and temperature solutions, has completed the installation of an 82 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) system at its Los Angeles service center, enabling the facility to meet 100% of its annual electricity demand through on-site renewable energy.

According to the company, the project marks the first Aggreko service center to operate entirely on renewable, off-grid energy generated on-site. The installation is expected to produce enough clean electricity to meet the facility’s yearly energy requirements while reducing operating costs and carbon emissions.

Aggreko estimates the solar PV system will deliver approximately $12,630 in annual utility cost savings and offset around 1,968 tonnes of carbon emissions over the next 20 years.

The Los Angeles project forms part of the company’s broader sustainability strategy to expand the use of distributed renewable energy across its operations. Earlier this year, Aggreko commissioned on-site solar installations at its service centers in St. Louis, Missouri, and Bridgeport, New Jersey. In addition, the company installed solar panels at its New Orleans facility last year and has transitioned four locations, including its U.S. headquarters, to biofuel for internal fuel requirements.

Commenting on the development, Todd Aston, Vice President of Sustainability, North America at Aggreko, said the Los Angeles installation represents a significant milestone in the company’s sustainability journey, as it is the first facility where all annual energy needs will be met through on-site renewable generation. He added that the deployment of distributed solar energy helps reduce operating costs and carbon emissions while supporting the company’s commitment to delivering sustainable energy solutions.

Aggreko said it will continue investing in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies across its global operations as part of its strategy to improve operational sustainability and support customers in their energy transition efforts.