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Utilities supply power that meets the needs of homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, and factories. Cat® products and services help utilities support the global energy transition.

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Next-Generation Power Solutions for Utilities

More than any other industry, utilities face the greatest challenges in addressing the energy transition. While power consumption is projected to triple by 20501, utilities have also been tasked with reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Grid reliability and resilience are also top of mind in the aftermath of extreme weather events and escalating security considerations.

Caterpillar is strategically positioned to help utilities navigate the energy transition through a growing portfolio of power innovations and digital solutions backed by decades of experience supporting utilities worldwide.

We offer traditional generator sets as well as advanced, utility-scale energy storage technologies, and we supply turnkey virtual power plant (VPP) solutions to help utilities monitor, manage, and monetize distributed energy resource (DER) systems.

Contact us today to find out how we can work together to chart a path for your energy transition.

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1 Reference: McKinsey & Company, “Global Energy Perspective 2022”

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Excess energy is stored for stabilization as well as for use during unfavorable conditions, such as cloudy days and nighttime. Generator sets supplement the system by powering the microgrid when energy from other sources is unavailable.

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Cat Electric Power provides cost-effective, reliable power for customers supplementing centralized power generation with solar, battery storage, engine generators, and microgrids. Gas generators give you the ability to peak shave while helping you meet your ESG goals.

  • Solar provides sustainable, low-cost power.
  • Energy/battery storage consumes excess power and can be easily dispatched to deploy that electricity during peak periods or power outages, for grid support, or for time shifting of energy.
  • Gas-fueled generator sets (natural gas, renewable natural gas, hydrogen) are modular and relocatable, so they can easily be deployed where they’re most needed in the distribution network. Some gas generators now have fast response and load capabilities. Gas gensets also have the capability to run on alternative fuels.
  • Microgrids can integrate the above technologies into one system.

We also offer engineering design expertise and rental power solutions, in addition to our customer parts and service commitment to whole lifecycle support of your power system.

  • We will continue to work alongside you, our customer, to identify your challenges, understand your requirements, and deliver solutions that help you be more successful.
  • Your local Cat dealer is your source for ongoing service and support.
  • Caterpillar will provide expert consultation on how to design, install, and maintain your utility, including ensuring future grid code compliance.

 

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Discover how Cat Connect helps Lenoir City Utilities monitor backup diesel generator sets remotely at 16 substations. With automatic start capabilities, the Cat generators are set to begin operation in the event of any power interruption. The ability to check the status of the generator sets at the operation center helps staff keep eyes on their assets at sometimes unmanned locations.

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    Continuous Rating
    423 ekW @0.8pf
    423 ekW @0.8pf
    Fuel Type
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    Natural Gas, Biogas, Field Gas, Propane
    Maximum Electrical Efficiency
    37.30%
    37.30%

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    Using natural gas for combined heat and power (CHP) systems and emergency power for facilities, to renewable biogas energy to…

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  • G3412 with FAST RESPONSE
    Maximum Standby Rating
    500 ekW @0.8pf
    500 ekW @0.8pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas
    Natural Gas
    Emissions/Fuel Strategy
    U.S. EPA Certified for Emergency Only Stationary Genset
    U.S. EPA Certified for Emergency Only Stationary Genset

    G3412 with FAST RESPONSE

    Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Fast Response generator sets engineered to deliver unmatched per…

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  • G3520 with FAST RESPONSE
    Gas Standby Rating
    2500 ekW @ 0.8pf
    2500 ekW @ 0.8pf
    Fuel Type
    Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 5%)
    Natural Gas, Hydrogen Blend (up to 5%)
    Emissions/Fuel Strategy
    U.S. EPA Stationary Non-Emergency Certified
    U.S. EPA Stationary Non-Emergency Certified

    G3520 with FAST RESPONSE

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