Sunrock has implemented a smart solar and battery solution at AS Watson Health & Beauty Benelux’s e-commerce hub in Ede, overcoming grid congestion and ensuring reliable, sustainable energy for growing energy needs.
Sunrock supports AS Watson in its mechanisation rollout at the e-commerce distribution centre in Ede, where all online orders for Kruidvat and Trekpleister are processed. To improve efficiency and meet growing demand, AS Watson introduced advanced mechanisation, significantly increasing its energy requirements. However, grid congestion posed a challenge, limiting access to additional capacity.
By simulating AS Watson’s future energy demand and factoring in grid constraints, Sunrock created a solution that maximises solar usage and guarantees energy reliability on site. Featuring a fully integrated energy system combining a 300 kW / 929.5 kWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a 0.8 MWp rooftop solar installation, managed by Sunrock’s smart energy management system (EMS), this solution ensures reliable, clean power for AS Watson’s operations. The battery provides flexibility during peak demand, while the solar system maximises local energy generation and cost savings.
This integrated approach not only supports AS Watson’s sustainability goals, but also future proofs the site against grid limitations, making sure that Kruidvat and Trekpleister customers continue to receive their orders efficiently and sustainably; all while ensuring greater possibilities for further expansion in the future.
“With this solution, we can continue to expand our mechanisation and improve efficiency without being limited by grid constraints. It also aligns perfectly with our sustainability ambitions, reducing our carbon footprint while ensuring operational reliability.” – Alexander Webhofer, Head of Supply Chain Online Business, AS Watson Health & Beauty Benelux
