Kaeser Compressors has completed the installation of two advanced solar power systems at its United States headquarters in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

The larger of the two systems will be connected directly to the power supply of Kaeser's original building, with an expected energy offset of 95%, the company said. The smaller system will be linked to the company's recent office expansion. The systems are projected to generate a combined total of 1,208,486 kWh of electricity in their first year of operation, which equates to approximately 856 metric tons of CO2 emissions. 

In addition, the solar power will support electric vehicle charging stations at the Fredericksburg facility. This aligns with Kaeser's broader commitment to promoting clean energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the company said. 

The environmental benefits of these solar systems are substantial. The estimated carbon reduction is equivalent to taking 185 gasoline-powered cars off the road for one year or avoiding the consumption of 1,983 barrels of oil, according to the company.

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