Transformation of mining energy ecosystem into CO2 neutral operation, including on-site energy generation and mining application retrofitting concept
Chilean mine operator: The challenge
Mine aims to become CO2 neutral by 2040 and therefore wants to retrofit equipment to alternative powertrains operated on locally produced low-carbon energy carriers
FEV e+r: Our involvement and solution
Analysis of current operations to derive requirements for future energy ecosystems
Assessment of five energy ecosystems concepts considering the entire value chain, including four key dimensions:
- Energy generation and conversion
- Local infrastructure needs
- Powertrain and vehicle operation
- Impact on overall mining operations
Selection of most-promising energy carrier and powertrain combination for the decarbonization of the dump truck fleet


