What makes Antarctica a good place to store energy?

A room full of classic lead-acid batteries enables the station to store energy for times when demands exceeds the current energy production. While the renewable energy systems that power the station are reliable and continuously checked, even in the harsh conditions of Antarctica, two generators were installed for security and backup.

Why did Antarctica have two generators?

While the renewable energy systems that power the station are reliable and continuously checked, even in the harsh conditions of Antarctica, two generators were installed for security and backup. They are also used to provide scheduled full load cycles which are part of the battery bank life performance.

Why are there so many wind turbines in Antarctica?

The katabatic winds on the Antarctic continent provided the answer to that issue, as the wind gusts from the plateau are as fierce in the winter as they are in the summer. Along the ridge of the Princess Elisabeth Station are nine wind turbines, installed by the IPF crew to complement the solar installations.

How does a BMCs control the temperature within a building?

The BMCS controls the temperature within a building by adjusting the amount of HHW that is supplied to a building. Fuel fired boilers in the powerhouse provide make-up heat when insufficient heat is available from the engines. In most buildings, the BMCS controls all aspects of the heating and ventilation systems.

How does the BMCs control the ventilation of the buildings?

The ventilation of the buildings is controlled by the BMCS through the manipulation of the amount of fresh and exhausted air. The BMCS monitors air quality (carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, methane and hydrogen sulphide) and adjusts the amount of fresh air that is brought in. The system also monitors: