The industry in Murcia has taken a qualitative leap with the implementation of a pioneering industrial building in Alhama de Murciadesigned to produce and manage much of its own energy. In a context of volatile electricity prices and regulatory pressure to reduce emissions, this facility becomes a real-world laboratory for what energy production can look like. factory of the future in Spain.
Is the first ship in the Region of Murcia that combines photovoltaic self-consumption with a high-capacity battery systemThis is a scheme that, until now, was rarely seen in industrial settings. The objective is clear: to cut energy costs, gain stability in supply, and strengthen the competitiveness of the companies that set up in this area.
A building prepared for intensive consumption and 24/7 operation
The new infrastructure, promoted by GET Group, is located in the Las Salinas Industrial Estate, in Alhama de Murcia, one of the most dynamic business hubs in the area. The warehouse features over 2.000 square meters of surface area and a volume of 22.000 m³3, designed from the outset to accommodate activities with high electricity consumption and continuous operation.
Specially designed for sectors such as logistics, the food industry, or cold storageThe facility not only offers physical space, but also a advanced energy infrastructure adapted to companies that cannot afford downtime or surprises in their electricity bill.
In this respect, the ship has the possibility of contracting up to 950 kW of electrical power from the gridThis is an unusual level for this type of real estate asset. This capacity is key for companies that require high peak power and high availability, but at the same time seek to reduce their exposure to electricity market prices.
The combination of high contracted power, on-site renewable generation, and large-scale storage makes the building an asset prepared for intensive and high value-added production, both in the agri-food sector and in other industrial sectors.
Photovoltaic self-consumption and batteries of almost 2 MWh
The heart of the project is its energy system. The ship integrates a 704 kWp photovoltaic installation, supported by solar modules from Canadian Solar, which allow a large part of the necessary energy to be generated directly on the roof of the building.
This renewable generation is complemented by a storage system of approximately 1.939 kWh, composed by seven KuBank 2.0 units from Canadian SolarThese lithium iron phosphate batteries provide the necessary capacity to store surplus solar energy and use it when it is most convenient for the lessee company.
Thanks to this infrastructure, the ship can maintain supply even in the event of incidents in the electrical gridIn case of outages or instabilities, the battery system acts as an energy buffer that allows continued normal operation during critical periods.
But the key isn't just in security of supply. The system design also allows for adjust consumption to the cheapest hours and reduce the impact of price spikesThese peak periods are very common during the early morning and evening hours. In this way, the combination of self-consumption and storage becomes a direct ally of business competitiveness.
Savings of between 30% and 40% on your electricity bill
One of the most striking aspects of the project is its economic impact. According to data provided by the developer, Companies that set up in this building will be able to reduce their electricity costs by between 30% and 40%.always depending on your consumption profile and energy management.
These figures are not theoretical. Grupo GET indicates that, in high consumption scenarios, Monthly savings can easily reach five figures.This translates to around €12.000 on bills totaling nearly €20.000. All this is thanks to on-site energy generation and the intelligent use of batteries.
The system allows for maximizing solar production during the central hours of the day, storing the surplus, and Use it when grid electricity is more expensiveThis helps to flatten the load curve and reduce dependence on the most expensive time slots in the wholesale market.
Furthermore, cost forecasting becomes much more stable, something especially valued by companies planning medium and long-term investments and contractsIn an environment of geopolitical and energy uncertainty, having a significant portion of energy at a virtually fixed price is a differentiating factor.
Intelligent energy management and the Industry 4.0 model
Beyond solar panels and batteries, the project integrates an advanced energy management system which allows you to decide at any given time whether it is convenient to consume from the grid, from photovoltaics or from batteries, depending on the price and production needs.
As explained by the CEO of Grupo GET, Louis navarroThe real qualitative leap comes with the automation of energy decisionsThe algorithms incorporate weather forecast data, estimated electricity market prices, and industrial activity scheduling to optimize battery charging and discharging.
That "internal energy trading“It allows, for example, reserving part of the stored energy for peak demand times or for specific hours when prices tend to skyrocket. In this way, the facility not only produces and stores its electricity, but also manages as a strategic resource.
This approach fits perfectly with the principles of the 4.0 industrywhere digitalization and data analytics are integrated into all processes, including how energy is consumed and purchased. For companies that set up in the building, this translates into greater control over one of their main operating costs.
Impact on regional competitiveness and investment attraction
The regional and local authorities have emphasized the strategic value of this ship for the Murcian economy. Director General of Industry, Energy and Mines, Federico MirallesHe emphasized that the combination of renewable generation and storage "It allows for optimizing energy consumption, improving efficiency, and ensuring greater stability in supply."
Miralles has framed the project within the axes of Industrial Plan of the Region of Murciawhich seeks a more competitive, sustainable production model adapted to new energy demands. In their opinion, these types of facilities demonstrate that it is possible to use "our oil, which is the sun" to reduce foreign dependence and strengthen companies' position in global markets.
La Mayor of Alhama de Murcia, Rosa SánchezHe also highlighted that the ship represents a endorsement for positioning the municipality as a business destinationThe combination of good logistics links, available industrial land and state-of-the-art energy infrastructure reinforces the area's attractiveness for new investments.
Furthermore, the ship's location is particularly interesting from a logistical point of view, as it is situated in a position equidistant between Murcia, Cartagena and LorcaThis location, along with the available electrical capacity, facilitates the arrival of energy-intensive and high value-added projects, in line with European reindustrialization goals.
Resilience, sustainability and a new energy culture
The project is not limited to reducing costs. It also aims to strengthen the energy resilience of regional industryIn a context of extreme weather events and international tensions affecting gas and electricity markets, being able to continue producing with a certain degree of autonomy has become a priority.
The integration of high-capacity batteries allows the ship to remain operational in the event of possible network disruptionsThis is especially relevant in sectors where any unplanned downtime results in significant losses. Supply stability is thus consolidated as a competitive factor as important as price.
At the same time, the facility contributes to reduce the carbon footprint of industrial activityBy replacing part of their conventional electricity consumption with solar energy generated on the building's own roof, companies can meet environmental targets, European regulations, and the increasing demands of customers and supply chains.
For the industrial sector, this building represents a practical example of the course set by Spanish and European energy policiesMore renewables, more storage, and much finer demand management. This, in addition to being a regulatory obligation, can become a competitive advantage if addressed proactively.
Institutional support and European funds for industrial modernization
The initiative includes financial support from the Autonomous Community of the Region of Murciathrough the Ministry of Environment, Universities, Research and Mar Menor. The project is part of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, financed with European funds.
At the inauguration, Miralles noted that the regional government is promoting new lines of support for SMEs focused on self-consumption, storage and energy efficiency, with an allocation of 5,3 millones de eurosThese calls for proposals are expected to reach between 200 and 300 companies, accelerating the implementation of similar solutions in other industries.
Currently, the Region of Murcia already has over 500 MW of installed self-consumptionThis figure reflects the progress of distributed generation in homes and businesses. However, the regional government insists that there is still room for many more companies to take advantage of the economic benefits of solar energy and protect themselves against future energy price increases.
These types of projects, reinforced with public subsidies, are conceived as levers to modernize the productive fabricto attract investment and consolidate a more efficient and sustainable industrial model, in line with the climate commitments and energy strategy of the European Union.
With this self-consumption facility and high-capacity batteries, Murcia is on the path to a more autonomous, digitized and environmentally friendly industryThe combination of self-generated solar power, advanced storage, and intelligent demand management offers companies a real tool to cut their bills, gain stability, and adapt to an increasingly complex energy scenario, positioning Alhama and the entire region as a benchmark in the energy transition applied to the industrial sector.
