Powering Alcatraz Island’s Tourism

Powering Alcatraz Island’s Tourism

Alcatraz has always been cut off from the mainland, with no power lines. Today, its tourism business benefits from solar panels connected to a battery bank and power inverters that help power the island instead of relying solely on diesel generators.

The system has reduced the island’s fuel consumption by 45 percent since its 2012 installation. It also saves more than 25,000 gallons of diesel fuel a year.

Dr. Tim Ellis, Technical Director, Battery Council International

By connecting key stakeholders at domestic manufacturers with the world-class research capabilities at our national labs and the Department of Energy, we can accelerate research timelines and commercialize new products efficiently and cost-effectively.

Dr. Tim Ellis, Technical Director, Battery Council International