In a groundbreaking move towards a greener industrial landscape, Skyven Technologies and Western New York Energy (WNYE) have announced the deployment of the Skyven Arcturus. This innovative technology represents the first industrial steam generating heat pump of its scale in the United States. This remarkable partnership marks a significant stride towards reducing carbon emissions in the ethanol industry, with the potential to cut CO2 emissions from WNYE’s Medina facility by over 20,000 metric tons annually.
This project signifies a powerful collaboration between Skyven Technologies’ advanced engineering and groundbreaking industrial heat pump technology, and WNYE’s extensive expertise and commitment to sustainability in the ethanol industry. Together, they are transforming the Medina facility, significantly decreasing emissions related to on-site industrial process steam, resulting in cleaner air for the surrounding community.
“We are incredibly excited to partner with Western New York Energy on this landmark decarbonization project in the ethanol industry,” said Arun Gupta, CEO of Skyven Technologies. “This project embodies our mission to decarbonize industrial process steam and our commitment to a greener planet. Together, we are establishing a new standard for industrial decarbonization.”
The Skyven Arcturus, built upon mechanical vapor recompression (MVR) technology, utilizes electricity to elevate low-temperature heat captured from industrial processes. This heat is then used to produce boiler-quality steam reaching temperatures up to 420°F and pressures up to 300 psig. At the WNYE Medina facility, the Skyven Arcturus will operate with high efficiencies to minimize the energy required for on-site steam generation, leading to substantial reductions in overall steam production costs.
“This collaboration is a testament to our dedication to environmental stewardship and innovation,” said Tim Winters, CEO of WNYE. “By integrating Skyven’s cutting-edge Arcturus technology, we are taking significant strides in improving our community’s air quality by reducing our carbon footprint and improving our operational efficiencies. This project exemplifies our commitment to sustainable practices and industry leadership.”
The benefits of this project extend far beyond reduced emissions:
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Annual CO2 Reduction:
The implementation of the Skyven Arcturus is anticipated to eliminate 20,000 MT of CO2 emissions annually, equivalent to removing over 4,300 cars from the road.*
Energy Efficiency:
Western New York Energy will enhance its overall energy efficiency while simultaneously lowering operational costs and minimizing environmental impact.*
Sustainable Future:
This initiative aligns with global sustainability goals, setting a new benchmark for industrial decarbonization efforts.*
Economic Benefits:
The Skyven Arcturus will lower WNYE’s Carbon Intensity (CI) score and improve production costs.*
Community Benefits:
This project will contribute to cleaner air for the surrounding communities and create local jobs throughout the project.About Skyven Technologies
Skyven Technologies is dedicated to decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries by recovering waste heat to produce clean, emissions-free steam using their Arcturus steam generating heat pump. Skyven’s proven Energy-as-a-Service model empowers industrial manufacturers to achieve significant carbon footprint reductions without the upfront capital expenditure, leading to profitable decarbonization. To learn more about Skyven, visit www.skyven.co.
About Western New York Energy
Western New York Energy, LLC, a locally owned company founded in 2004, is committed to developing the full potential of Western New York’s renewable energy resources. Production at its $90 million facility began immediately after the completion of construction in November 2007. Since then, WNYE has invested over $50 million in upgrades and improvements at its facility. WNYE was the first biofuel plant in the Northeast United States and is currently the only large-scale facility in New York, producing over 60 million gallons of ethanol annually. For more information, visit www.wnyenergy.com.
