In many cases, electrification – i.e., the application of novel, energy-efficient electric technologies as alternatives to fossil-fueled or non-energized processes – can boost productivity and enhance the quality of service to the enterprise and the customers that it serves. Electricity offers inherent advantages of controllability, precision, versatility, and efficiency compared to fossil-fueled alternatives in many applications. However, a lack of familiarity and experience with emerging technology impedes many enterprises, particularly small to medium sized businesses and civil institutions, from pursuing electrification measures that improve productivity and efficiency of operations. Such enterprises would benefit from information and support from their electric utility.
This project seeks to apply analytical tools and frameworks and utilize the electrification knowledge base and other resources to develop a list of high-impact technologies that are most applicable within the Duke Energy’s service territory. The project applies EPRI’s knowledge to the following segments:
- Material Handling & Logistics (e.g., Forklifts and Terminal Trucks)
- Airport Ground Support Equipment
- Maritime & Intermodal Ports (e.g., Seaports and Transport Refrigeration Units)
- Construction & Agriculture Equipment