CommercialDiani, Kwale County
15kVA Solar Energy System – Palm Beach Hospital
A comprehensive 15kVA solar energy system was designed and installed at Palm Beach Hospital in Diani, Kwale County, to provide reliable, continuous power supply for critical medical operations. The system ensures uninterrupted hospital services, reduces operational costs, and enhances energy independence from the unreliable national grid.
The Challenge
Palm Beach Hospital faced critical power supply challenges:
- Frequent power outages and load shedding from the national grid
- Inability to reliably operate critical medical equipment (ICU, operating theater, diagnostic machines)
- High electricity bills impacting hospital operational budgets
- Risk to patient safety due to inconsistent power availability
- Need for 24/7 backup power for emergency medical services
Our Solution
A robust 15kVA hybrid solar energy system was installed featuring:
System Components:
- Solar Array: 20kWp photovoltaic panels (high-efficiency monocrystalline)
- Inverter: 15kVA hybrid inverter with MPPT charge controller
- Battery Storage: 30kWh lithium-ion battery bank (3-phase)
- Monitoring System: Real-time energy monitoring dashboard
- Grid Integration: Automatic grid tie-in with seamless switchover
- Installation: Professional rooftop and ground-mounted configurations
The Outcome
Achieved Results:
- Energy Independence: 85% reduction in grid dependency
- Cost Savings: KES 450,000+ annually in electricity bills
- Reliability: 99.2% system uptime; eliminated critical power outages
- Environmental Impact: 45 tonnes of CO2 emissions avoided annually
- Operational Efficiency: Uninterrupted power for all critical medical equipment
- Patient Safety: Enhanced ability to maintain 24/7 emergency services