RENEWABLE ENERGY & ENERGY TRANSITION
Renewable Energy & Energy Transition
Industry Overview
The Renewable Energy & Energy Transition sector encompasses the generation, conversion, storage, transmission, distribution and utilisation of energy from renewable and emerging low-carbon technologies.
The sector includes solar power, wind power, hydroelectric power, battery energy storage, green hydrogen and associated balance-of-plant, electrical infrastructure, storage and energy-management systems. It also covers hybrid renewable-energy projects and associated grid-integration infrastructure.
Typical Renewable Energy & Energy Transition Process Architecture
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Typical Renewable Energy & Energy Transition Process Architecture
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Major Industrial Applications
The major industrial applications of the sector cover solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, battery energy storage, green hydrogen and energy transition, hybrid renewable energy, grid integration and power infrastructure, and energy transition / industrial decarbonisation.
1. Solar Energy
- Utility-scale Solar PV Plants
- Rooftop and Distributed Solar
- Floating Solar Projects
- Solar Power Generation Systems
- Solar Module Manufacturing
- Solar Inverter and Power Conversion Systems
- Solar tracking systems
- Solar evacuation and grid-integration systems
2. Wind Energy
- Onshore Wind Farms
- Offshore Wind Projects
- Wind Turbine Generator Systems
- Wind Farm Electrical Collection Systems
- Wind Farm Substations
- Grid Evacuation Systems
- Wind Turbine Component Manufacturing
3. Hydroelectric Power
- Hydroelectric Power Plants
- Small and Large Hydro Projects
- Pumped Storage Hydropower
- Hydro Turbine and Generator Systems
- Water Conveyance and Penstock Systems
- Hydro Powerhouse and Switchyard
4. Battery Energy Storage
- Utility-scale BESS
- Grid-scale Energy Storage
- Renewable Energy Storage
- Peak-load management
- Frequency and grid-support applications
- Industrial Energy Storage
- Hybrid Renewable + Storage Projects
5. Green Hydrogen & Energy Transition
- Green Hydrogen Production
- Electrolyser Systems
- Hydrogen Compression
- Hydrogen Storage
- Hydrogen Distribution
- Green Ammonia Projects
- Renewable-powered Industrial Processes
- Hydrogen-based energy systems
6. Hybrid Renewable Energy
- Solar + BESS
- Solar + Wind
- Solar + Wind + BESS
- Renewable + Green Hydrogen
- Renewable Energy Microgrids
- Renewable-powered Industrial Facilities
7. Grid Integration & Power Infrastructure
- Renewable Power Evacuation
- Substations
- Switchyards
- Transmission Systems
- Grid Interconnection
- Power Conversion Systems
- Grid Stabilisation and Energy Management
8. Energy Transition / Industrial Decarbonisation
- Electrification of industrial processes
- Renewable-powered industrial facilities
- Energy storage integration
- Green hydrogen integration
- Low-carbon utility systems
- Replacement of conventional energy systems
- Brownfield energy-transition projects
Major Units, Facilities, Systems & Packages
The following sections set out the major units, facilities, systems and packages of the Renewable Energy & Energy Transition sector, covering solar, wind, hydroelectric, battery energy storage and green hydrogen facilities, renewable energy manufacturing and balance-of-plant, grid and energy infrastructure, and brownfield, expansion and energy-transition projects.
| Ref. | Section | Groups |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solar Power Facilities | Solar GenerationElectrical Collection & EvacuationBalance of Plant |
| 2 | Wind Power Facilities | Wind Turbine SystemWind Farm InfrastructureOffshore Wind |
| 3 | Hydroelectric Facilities | Water ConveyanceGenerationElectricalPumped Storage |
| 4 | Battery Energy Storage Systems – BESS | Battery SystemPower ConversionBESS Balance of Plant |
| 5 | Green Hydrogen Facilities | Hydrogen ProductionHydrogen ConditioningStorage & DistributionGreen Ammonia / Derivatives |
| 6 | Renewable Energy Manufacturing & Balance-of-Plant | Items listed directly under this section |
| 7 | Grid & Energy Infrastructure | Items listed directly under this section |
| 8 | Brownfield / Expansion / Energy-Transition Projects | Items listed directly under this section |
1. Solar Power Facilities
Solar power facilities cover the generation equipment, the electrical collection and evacuation system and the balance of plant. The groups below cover each.
Solar Generation
- Solar PV Modules
- Module Mounting Structures
- Fixed-Tilt Structures
- Solar Tracking Systems
- DC Combiner Systems
- DC Cabling
- String/central inverter systems
Electrical Collection & Evacuation
- AC Collection Systems
- Step-up Transformers
- MV Switchgear
- HT Panels
- Power Transformers
- Substation
- Switchyard
- Transmission/evacuation systems
Material Handling
- Module cleaning systems
- Monitoring systems
- Weather stations
- SCADA systems
- Auxiliary power systems
- Earthing and lightning protection
2. Wind Power Facilities
Wind power facilities cover the wind turbine system, the wind farm infrastructure and offshore wind. The groups below cover each.
Wind Turbine System
- Rotor
- Blades
- Hub
- Nacelle
- Main Shaft
- Gearbox where applicable
- Generator
- Pitch System
- Yaw System
- Hydraulic systems
- Cooling systems
Wind Farm Infrastructure
- Turbine Tower
- Foundation
- Internal MV Collection
- Turbine Transformer
- Substation
- Switchgear
- Grid Evacuation System
- SCADA and monitoring
Offshore Wind
- Offshore Foundations
- Subsea Cables
- Offshore Substations
- Export Cable Systems
- Marine support infrastructure
3. Hydroelectric Facilities
Hydroelectric facilities cover water conveyance, generation, the electrical system and pumped storage. The groups below cover each.
Water Conveyance
- Intake Structures
- Gates
- Trash Racks
- Penstocks
- Water Conduits
- Surge Tanks
Generation
- Hydraulic Turbines
- Generators
- Governors
- Excitation Systems
- Cooling Systems
Electrical
- Generator Transformers
- Switchgear
- Substation
- Switchyard
- Transmission/Evacuation Systems
Pumped Storage
- Upper/Lower Reservoir Systems
- Pump-Turbines
- Motor-Generators
- Penstocks
- Reversible Pumping Systems
4. Battery Energy Storage Systems – BESS
Battery energy storage systems cover the battery system, power conversion and the balance of plant. The groups below cover each.
Battery System
- Battery Cells
- Battery Modules
- Battery Racks
- Battery Containers/Enclosures
- Battery Management System (BMS)
Power Conversion
- Power Conversion System (PCS)
- Bidirectional Inverters
- DC/DC Conversion where applicable
- Transformers
- MV/LV Switchgear
BESS Balance of Plant
- HVAC/Thermal Management
- Fire Detection & Suppression
- Auxiliary Power
- Protection Systems
- Energy Management System
- SCADA
- Control and Monitoring Systems
5. Green Hydrogen Facilities
Green hydrogen facilities cover hydrogen production, conditioning, storage and distribution, and green ammonia and derivatives. The groups below cover each.
Hydrogen Production
- Electrolysers
- Rectifiers
- Water Treatment Systems
- Hydrogen Separation/Purification
- Oxygen Handling Systems
Hydrogen Conditioning
- Compressors
- Dryers
- Cooling Systems
- Gas Separation/Purification
- Pressure Control Systems
Storage & Distribution
- Hydrogen Storage Vessels
- Buffer Storage
- High-pressure Storage
- Hydrogen Transfer Systems
- Loading/Unloading Systems
- Pipelines
Green Ammonia / Derivatives
- Hydrogen Feed Systems
- Nitrogen Generation
- Ammonia Synthesis
- Ammonia Storage
- Product Handling
6. Renewable Energy Manufacturing & Balance-of-Plant
Renewable energy manufacturing and balance-of-plant covers the equipment manufactured for renewable energy projects. The items below are listed directly under this section.
Renewable Energy Manufacturing & Balance-of-Plant
- Solar Module Manufacturing
- Inverter Manufacturing
- Wind Turbine Component Manufacturing
- Wind Towers
- Blades
- Gearboxes
- Generators
- BESS Containers
- Battery Racks
- Transformers
- Switchgear
- Power Conversion Equipment
- Hydrogen Electrolysers
- Skids and Modular Systems
7. Grid & Energy Infrastructure
Grid and energy infrastructure covers the electrical infrastructure that connects renewable energy to the grid. The items below are listed directly under this section.
Grid & Energy Infrastructure
- Substations
- Switchyards
- Power Transformers
- Distribution Transformers
- MV/HV Switchgear
- Circuit Breakers
- Protection Systems
- Power Cables
- Busbars
- Transmission Systems
- Grid Connection Systems
- SCADA / Energy Management Systems
- Auxiliary and Emergency Power
8. Brownfield / Expansion / Energy-Transition Projects
Brownfield, expansion and energy-transition projects cover work on existing plants and infrastructure. The items below are listed directly under this section.
Brownfield / Expansion / Energy-Transition Projects
- Existing plant electrification
- Renewable power integration
- BESS installation
- Solar/wind integration
- Grid connection modification
- Transformer and switchgear replacement
- Hydrogen integration
- Utility modification
- Electrical infrastructure upgrades
- Plant energy-efficiency projects
- Shutdown and modification works
Sector wise Commodities
Across Renewable Energy & Energy Transition projects, the major items can be classified under SS17, SS18 and SS19, depending on the specific item and applicable CQRA/NABCB scope.
SS17
Basic Metals & Fabricated Metal Products
- Raw & Metallic Materials
- Structural & Fabricated Products
- Piping & Pressure/Static Equipment
- Fabrication & Welding
SS18
- Renewable Energy Machinery
- BESS & Energy-Transition Equipment
- Rotating Equipment
- Valves & Mechanical Components
- Lifting & Material Handling
- Skids / Systems
SS19
Electrical & Optical Equipment
- Power Generation & Conversion
- Transformers & Distribution
- Electrical Machines
- Cables & Electrical Protection
- Renewable/BESS Electrical Systems
- Earthing & Lightning Protection
SS17 – Basic Metals & Fabricated Metal Products
SS17 — Basic Metals & Fabricated Metal Products covers the following categories for this sector: Raw & Metallic Materials, Structural & Fabricated Products, Piping & Pressure/Static Equipment and Fabrication & Welding. The items under each category are listed below.
Raw Materials
- Plates & Sheets
- Pipes & Tubes
- Bars
- Forgings
- Castings
Structural & Fabricated Products
- Solar Module Mounting Structures
- Wind Turbine Towers
- Structural Steel
- Equipment Supports
- Platforms
- Walkways
- Gratings
- Frames
- Skids and fabricated structures
Piping & Pressure/Static Equipment
- Pipes
- Pipe Fittings
- Flanges
- Fasteners
- Valves where applicable
- Process/utility piping
- Pressure Vessels
- Storage Vessels
- Hydrogen Storage Vessels
- Water Storage Tanks
- Chemical Storage Tanks
Fabrication & Welding
- Welded Fabrication
- Welding Procedures
- WPS/PQR/WPQ
- NDT
- Dimensional Inspection
- Material Traceability
- Fabrication Quality Records
SS18 – Machinery & Equipment
SS18 — Machinery & Equipment covers the following categories for this sector: Pumps, Compressors & Air Equipment, Process Machinery, Thermal / Process Equipment, Valves, Material Handling and Skid / Package Equipment. The items under each category are listed below.
Renewable Energy Machinery
- Wind Turbines
- Hydraulic Turbines
- Pumps
- Pump-Turbines
- Gearboxes
- Cooling Equipment
- Hydraulic Equipment
BESS & Energy-Transition Equipment
- Battery Thermal Management Equipment
- HVAC Systems
- Hydrogen Compressors
- Hydrogen Dryers
- Gas Handling Equipment
- Water Treatment Equipment
- Electrolyser-related mechanical equipment
Rotating Equipment
- Centrifugal Pumps
- Positive Displacement Pumps
- Compressors
- Blowers
- Fans
- Auxiliary Rotating Equipment
Valves & Mechanical Components
- Gate Valves
- Globe Valves
- Ball Valves
- Butterfly Valves
- Check Valves
- Control Valves
- Hydrogen-service valves where applicable
Lifting & Material Handling
- EOT Cranes
- Hoists
- Conveyors
- Lifting Equipment
- Material Handling Systems
Skids / Systems
- Water Treatment Skids
- Hydrogen Treatment/Conditioning Skids
- Chemical Injection Systems
- Cooling Skids
- Gas Handling Skids
- Other applicable packaged mechanical systems
SS19 – Electrical & Optical Equipment
SS19 — Electrical & Optical Equipment covers the following categories for this sector: Power Generation & Conversion, Transformers & Distribution, Electrical Machines, Cables & Electrical Protection, Renewable/BESS Electrical Systems and Earthing & Lightning Protection. The items under each category are listed below.
Power Generation & Backup
- Solar Inverters
- Wind Turbine Generators
- Hydro Generators
- Power Conversion Systems
- Rectifiers
- Battery Inverters / PCS
Transformers & Distribution
- Power Transformers
- Distribution Transformers
- MV Switchgear
- HV Switchgear
- LV Switchgear
- Electrical Panels
- Distribution Boards
Electrical Machines
- Motors
- Generators
- Electrical Drives
- Auxiliary Electrical Machines
Cables & Electrical Protection
- HV Cables
- MV Cables
- LV Power Cables
- Control Cables
- Circuit Breakers
- Protection Relays
- Electrical Protection Equipment
Renewable/BESS Electrical Systems
- Battery Management System electrical equipment
- Energy Management Systems
- SCADA-related electrical equipment
- Grid Synchronisation Equipment
- Power Quality Equipment
Earthing & Lightning Protection
- Earthing Systems
- Lightning Protection Systems
- Surge Protection Equipment
- Associated electrical components
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