Avangrid, Inc., a leader in sustainable energy and part of the Iberdrola Group, has announced the acquisition of a cutting-edge mobile transformer to enhance the resiliency and reliability of its onshore wind and solar operations in the United States. This state-of-the-art equipment, custom-built by Hitachi Energy, can be rapidly deployed and installed, significantly reducing downtime from up to two years to just a few months in the event of a transformer failure.

Pedro Azagra, CEO of Avangrid, highlighted the significance of this new addition, stating, "We are thrilled to have this first mobile transformer, which will improve the resiliency and reliability of our wind and solar operations across the United States. Reducing downtime at our renewable energy assets ensures that clean energy keeps flowing to our customers, supporting our mission to accelerate the clean energy transition."

The 168 megavolt-ampere (MVA) mobile transformer is designed to manage energy flow from generation facilities to consumers efficiently. Its multi-voltage capabilities and unique low-profile design allow for quick transport and installation, ensuring rapid restoration of energy production following major disruptions. This innovative solution underscores Avangrid's commitment to maintaining reliable and resilient renewable energy operations across its U.S. portfolio.

Source: energycentral.com