Revolutionising Renewable Energy Site Selection
When it comes to large-scale renewable energy projects, the location isn't just a factor—it's the game-changer that determines success or failure. Many people assume that any sunny or windy area will work, but reality is far more complex. A site must have a viable grid connection, avoid environmental restrictions, and be commercially competitive.
For years, site selection has been a slow, manual process—digging through endless datasets, checking grid capacity, evaluating land use conflicts, reviewing environmental constrains, and ensuring land availability. It took months to find a viable site, and even then, there were no guarantees.
Recognizing this inefficiency, we set out to create a smarter solution. We brought together JUWI’s senior project developers, environmental managers, business strategists, and engineers to create a first-of-its-kind solution.
Meet EnerGIS
EnerGIS is our spatial-centric Site Selection Model that runs on a custom algorithm. The algorithm integrates multiple data points to identify high-potential sites for renewable energy facilities. What used to take months to do now takes a few short days.
The model brings together four key factors that determine a successful renewable energy site:
- Grid Availability – We map out substations, transmission lines, and available capacity, ensuring that each identified site can connect to the grid without major delays.
- Energy Resource Potential – Using detailed wind and solar data, we pinpoint locations with the best natural energy yield.
- Competition Analysis – We track existing and upcoming projects, helping developers secure the most strategic locations.
- Environmental & Land Constraints – Sensitive ecosystems, land-use conflicts, and regulatory restrictions are identified early, reducing project risk.
A game changer for all stakeholders
With EnerGIS, we have cut site selection time by over 80%, reducing risks and improving project feasibility. Here’s how it benefits developers and investors:
- Faster Site Identification – What once took months, we can now do in a fraction of the time. This will ultimately lead to us offering a more diversified portfolio of projects for our clients.
- Lower Risk, Smarter Decisions – We identify grid bottlenecks, environmental hurdles, and land use conflicts early on in the process, ensuring that projects are right on track from the beginning.
- Better Project Planning – With a data-driven pipeline, we align projects with market demand and grid expansion.
- Continuous Improvement – Our model evolves with every project, making our site selection even smarter over time.
In an industry where time and precision are crucial, EnerGIS is revolutionising how renewable energy projects are developed within JUWI.
By leveraging advanced algorithms and comprehensive data analysis, JUWI is paving the way for smarter, more efficient renewable energy projects. With EnerGIS, we are not just meeting the demands of today but are also preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.
