Intermittent issues solved as Nyrstar’s virtual battery stands up

What does such a virtual battery look like?

It is, of course, not comparable to a real battery. The idea is to create additional electrolysis processing capacity (+25%) so that a peak availability of green energy – when there is a lot of wind or sun – can be immediately converted into zinc. The manufacturing of zinc is highly energy-intensive, which is why Nyrstar will be producing more or less zinc depending on the availability of solar and wind power. Overall, the total zinc production remains the same, but the production process adapts to the circumstances.

Our team is responsible for developing the design basis and Total Investment Cost to bring this project to life. However, our responsibilities go beyond plot design – we also integrate input from various technical departments, both internal and external, to create a comprehensive, integrated plant design. While the electrolysis process is defined by a technology provider, we will take on the full responsibility for the civil design of the current electrolysis hall, technical building, and infrastructural aspects such as roads, bunds, and pipe racks. We also design the electrical installations, instrumentation, and automation of the production plant. In addition, we handle all Outside Battery Limits systems. Finally, we assist Nyrstar in generating the civil drawings required for permit applications.