Demand is rising for energy-efficient storage

The resilience provided by the UPS systems is crucial for ensuring uninterrupted business continuity of essential services and protecting critical equipment from damage or loss of data.

The utilities sector is undergoing a profound digital shift, fueled by the increasing demand for reliable energy storage solutions amid urbanisation and technological advancements. This transition is bolstered by initiatives to develop smart cities, emphasising real-time monitoring, and optimising energy management to meet growing population needs. Satpal Singh opines about the industry in talks with the EPR Magazine.

What are the key factors driving the digital transformation in the utilities sector in India?

The growing demand for reliable and efficient energy storage solutions amid technological advances is driving the digital transformation of the utilities sector. The main reasons for this increase are rapid urbanisation, technological advancement and the government’s focus on developing smart cities. The need for real-time monitoring, efficient maintenance and remote monitoring of electrical systems has led to adopting digital solutions. These solutions aim to improve efficiency, reduce downtime and meet the growing energy needs of a growing population.

How does the integration of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems contribute to India’s power resilience?

Integrating uninterruptible power (UPS) systems plays an important role in improving the resilience of the Indian power infrastructure as they provide critical power backup during grid outages or fluctuations. By ensuring uninterrupted power supply to the backbone of the economy and critical infrastructure such as hospitals, data centres and offices, UPS systems reduce downtime and prevent potential losses due to power failures. This resilience is crucial for ensuring uninterrupted business continuity of essential services and protection of critical equipment from damage or loss of data, thereby contributing to the overall reliability and robustness across sectors.

How have energy conservation programmes like BEE registration helped in energy management initiatives?

Energy conservation programmes such as Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) registration have promoted energy management initiatives by encouraging businesses and consumers to adopt energy-saving practices and technologies. BEE registration sets standards for energy efficiency in equipment, machinery, and buildings and encourages manufacturers and users to invest in energy-saving solutions.

By certifying products based on their energy performance, BEE empowers consumers to make informed choices to reduce energy consumption and manage operating costs and environmental impact, thereby advancing sustainable energy management and contributing to national energy security goals.

How does your company’s UPS system drive energy management initiatives and offer innovations aligned with the smart utility sector?

Numeric UPS systems are pivotal in driving energy management initiatives and aligning with the smart utility sector by offering advanced features such as remote monitoring, optimisation, and integration with innovative grid technologies. Our remote monitoring solutions enable cloud-based real-time monitoring of the UPS and its battery’s key performance parameters like the current, voltage and temperature, thereby helping in predictive maintenance and empowering utilities to optimise energy consumption, minimise wastage, and improve overall grid efficiency.

Spokesperson: Satpal Singh, CEO – Numeric UPS