According to the company, the new, eco-efficient switchgear will be the world's first commercial alternative to SF6 for the transmission network

Zurich, Switzerland -- Hitachi ABB Power Grids is taking the next steps in its journey towards a sustainable energy future and is entering the transmission voltage level with its eco-efficient high-voltage portfolio for sustainability. The new high-voltage switchgear and breakers contain no sulfur hexaflouride (SF6), a greenhouse gas, and have been proven to significantly reduce the carbon footprint throughout the total lifecycle.

In conjunction with CIGRE 2021, Hitachi ABB Power Grids has announced the acceleration of its development of eco-efficient solutions. The roadmap outlines the extensive portfolio of switchgear and breakers in various voltage levels in the R&D pipeline. This includes live tank breakers, dead tank breakers, hybrid switchgear and gas-insulated switchgear.

"This will enable our customers and the industry as a whole to reduce carbon footprint and rapidly transition to eco-efficient solutions", said Markus Heimbach, Managing Director, Hitachi ABB Power Grids.


Source: Hitachi ABB Power Grids