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75%. That's how much the global SF₆ switchgear installed base was expected to grow by 2030... before the regulations changed everything. A few years ago, analysts projected the global SF₆ switchgear installed base would grow by 75% through 2030, driven by grid expansion, urbanisation, and the connection of new renewable capacity. That growth is still happening. The technology filling it is changing. The EU F-Gas Regulation, combined with similar regulatory moves in other markets, has fundamentally shifted what utilities, EPCs, and developers can specify. SF₆ is no longer the default, now it's a liability. What this means in practice: 👉 New capacity Grids still need to grow, but the switchgear connecting renewables, storage, and industrial loads now needs to be SF₆-free. 👉 Replacement cycles Ageing SF₆ assets coming up for end-of-life represent a large and predictable transition opportunity. 👉 Procurement strategy Organisations that update their standards now avoid costly redesigns as stricter deadlines approach. The demand that was always going to drive switchgear growth hasn't gone away. Solar farms, battery storage, offshore wind, data centres, industrial electrification — all of it still needs primary switchgear. The difference is that SF₆-free GIS is now the logical choice to meet it. The market is transforming. The infrastructure buildout continues. 👉 See how SF₆-free GIS fits your next project: nuventura.com #SF6Free #EnergyTransition #Switchgear #MediumVoltage #GridInfrastructure #Renewables #FGasRegulation #Decarbonisation

Where does SF₆ actually come from? In Germany, the answer is that. SF₆ is used across several industries, from semiconductor manufacturing to medical equipment. But when you look at the numbers, one sector stands out. 60% of all SF₆ sold in Germany goes to the electrical industry, primarily for insulation in gas-insulated switchgear. That makes it the single largest source of SF₆ demand in one of Europe's biggest economies. And unlike some other applications where alternatives are still being developed, electrical switchgear already has a proven, deployable solution: dry-air GIS. This matters for three reasons: 👉 Scale Tackling switchgear SF₆ moves the needle more than any other single intervention in the sector 👉Feasibility The technology to replace it exists today, is IEC-certified, and is already operating on live grid infrastructure 👉 Timing The EU F-Gas Regulation has already banned SF₆ in new ≤24 kV switchgear as of 2026, with higher voltage levels following through 2035 The electrical industry created most of the SF₆ problem. It's also best positioned to solve it, faster than any other sector. 👉 Learn how the transition works in practice: nuventura.com #SF6Free #FGasRegulation #EnergyTransition #Switchgear #Decarbonisation #MediumVoltage #GridInfrastructure #Germany

⚡ Another step toward SF₆-free substations in the UK We’re pleased to share a recent installation of 9 SF₆-free medium-voltage GIS panels for a substation connected to a solar farm and battery energy storage system (BESS) in the United Kingdom. As the energy transition accelerates, renewable and storage projects increasingly require compact, reliable primary switchgear that can be deployed quickly — while also aligning with tightening environmental regulations such as the EU F-Gas Regulation. This project demonstrates that utilities, EPCs and developers now have a fully viable GIS alternative without SF₆, enabling them to maintain the familiar GIS footprint and reliability while eliminating fluorinated gases. Key highlights of the installation: • 9-panel SF₆-free MV GIS lineup • Application: Solar + BESS substation • Location: United Kingdom • Compact GIS footprint with dry-air insulation The transition to SF₆-free primary switchgear is no longer theoretical — it’s already happening on real grid infrastructure. Explore this and other reference projects: https://lnkd.in/ddV4wKx5 #SF6Free #Switchgear #EnergyTransition #BESS #Solar #Substation #MediumVoltage #GridInfrastructure

Decarbonisation in industry isn’t theoretical—it’s being built today. We’re proud to see our SF₆-free, dry-air GIS deployed in an industrial project in Austria, supporting reliable medium-voltage infrastructure without the environmental trade-offs of conventional switchgear. As industrial players accelerate their energy transition strategies, the choice of primary equipment matters. This project shows that SF₆-free GIS is no longer a future concept—it’s a practical, ready-to-deploy solution that meets performance, safety, and footprint expectations. No compromises. No SF₆. Just proven technology, operating where it counts. If you're planning projects in the 24–36 kV range and looking to future-proof your switchgear choices, let’s talk.

When your network is 9,000 km long, you don’t experiment with unproven tech. For Unison in New Zealand, moving away from SF₆ was a grid-critical decision. A 9,000+ km network can’t afford switchgear that struggles. At Ruataniwha Substation, Unison selected our SF₆‑free, dry‑air GIS for a 36 kV application designed to handle real‑world fault levels and loading: - 36 kV rated voltage - 25 kA short‑circuit capability - 1,250 A busbar rating - 8 panels in operation Our fully type-tested, dry-air Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) offers the same performance as conventional GIS, but without the need for SF₆. Crucially, it achieves this without altering protection, operation, or safety management procedures. This is not a pilot project; it is a practical, utility-scale reality for SF₆-free switchgear. This technology represents true future-proofing in practice. For those planning SF₆-free projects in the 24–36 kV range, we are ready to share technical insights derived from the Ruataniwha installation. Find them here: https://lnkd.in/dbwGxeCh #DryAirGIS #SF6Free #MVSwitchgear #GridInnovation #Unison #Engineering #Nuventura

Why SF₆‑free GIS has to be more than just “green” Most people never see what sits behind a stable power grid. This short video changes that and shows why we built Nuventura in the first place. SF₆, the industry‑standard gas for GIS, is one of the most potent greenhouse gases in existence – over 20,000× stronger than CO₂ and extremely long‑lived in the atmosphere. At the same time, global demand for medium‑voltage switchgear is growing as we connect more renewables, data centres and industry. Our answer is simple in concept but demanding in engineering: replace SF₆ with dry air – a climate‑friendly insulating medium – while keeping everything engineers expect from GIS: compact dimensions, high reliability and IEC‑certified performance up to 36 kV. In the video, we share: - Why SF₆ became the standard in the first place and why it can’t stay that way. - How our dry‑air GIS technology maintains traditional GIS strength while eliminating fluorinated gases. - Where Nuventura is already deployed today, from utility grids to renewable and industrial projects. If you’re looking at how to decarbonise your grid infrastructure without compromising reliability, this is a good place to start. ▶️ Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/d-ZYH99X #SF6Free #Switchgear #DryAirGIS #EnergyTransition #MediumVoltage #GridInnovation