Evaluation of wind energy potential and electricity generation on the coast of Mediterranean Sea in Egypt

Shata, A.S. Ahmed; Hanitsch, R.

doi:10.1016/j.renene.2005.06.015

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“…The average output power of a wind turbine ( ave P ) can be estimated as Eq. (2) where the probability density function ( ) f v represents the fraction of duration of wind speed v. The most commonly used model to express the wind speed probability distribution f(v) is the Weibull distribution [14][15][16]. p v is wind turbine output power curve [9].…”

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Economic Feasibility of Small Wind Turbines for Domestic Consumers in Egypt Based on the New Feed-in Tariff

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This paper provides an overview of the wind power potential at different regions in Egypt, along the Mediterranean and Red Sea, and the Western desert. A further technical and economic assessment is conducted for the electricity generation with 8 different small wind turbines at 17 locations. The annual electricity generation from selected wind turbines is evaluated. The obtained data are presented and discussed investigating the net present value and the payback period analyzing the profitability of selected wind turbines. The dependence of the turbine profitability from the feed-in tariff is specifically addressed.

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“…p v is wind turbine output power curve [9]. Average long-term wind speed data at 10 m hub height are obtained from Ref [7], and [14][15][16][17][18]. The wind speed at turbine hub height can be estimated by Eq.…”

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Economic Feasibility of Small Wind Turbines for Domestic Consumers in Egypt Based on the New Feed-in Tariff

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“…This is especially true of Nigeria and other sub-Sahara African countries [6]. Wind energy has been used for centuries to pump water for drinking, irrigation and drainage, and today is used widely in African regions such as Egypt and Kenya as well as in Middle Eastern regions such as Jordan and Oman where the average wind speeds are often in a favourable range of 5-7m/s [7,8,9,10]. Hydropower, biomass, and biofuels can also provide feasible sources of energy to pump water with however their use is less prominent due to their inconsistent supplies in the developing world [4].…”

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The feasibility of renewable energy sources for pumping clean water in sub-Saharan Africa: A case study for Central Nigeria

Cloutier

Rowley

2011

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Citation: CLOUTIER, M. and ROWLEY, P., 2011. The feasibility of renewable energy sources for pumping clean water in sub-saharan Africa: a case study for Central Nigeria. Renewable Energy, 36 (8), pp. 2220Energy, 36 (8), pp. -2226 Additional Information:• This article was published in the journal, Renewable En- Abstract: With less than 6mm of rain from November through February every year, the central regions of Nigeria are in acute need of safe and consistent water supplies for drinking and other domestic or agricultural uses. Borehole supplies are capable of meeting a significant proportion of water needs, but ongoing fuel costs to power a generator and pump add a heavy burden to already disadvantaged communities. In this study, a techno-economic analysis is carried out in order to assess the feasibility of renewable energy sources and technologies to substitute for fossil-fuel powered pumping platforms. The results indicate that there is sufficient solar resource throughout these regions to facilitate relatively cost effective water pumping solutions, as well as a potentially effective wind resource depending on the exact location of the pumping station. Although systems based on these resources have high capital costs compared to a petrol or diesel-based platforms, over a 20-year project life the analysis indicates that ongoing fuel costs for a fossil-fuel-based system greatly outweigh the increased up-front costs of renewable alternatives. In conclusion, the results indicate that if the water demand at a particular site exceeds the capabilities of a hand pump, a renewable energypowered pumping system is an attractive option, both economically and logistically in comparison to fossil-fuel-powered alternatives.

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“…Their main point of focus is the characteristic of wind speed together with its capability to produce enough power for various uses in a lot of countries [1][2][3][4][5][6][7], [11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19]. A study done by Mirhosseini et al [18] is a good example in which they carried out an evaluation and determination of good locations to establish wind farms.…”

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Güney Batı Karadeniz Kıyıları Boyunca Rüzgar Güç Potansiyelinin Değerlendirilmesi

Akpınar

2016

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Information about wind characteristic together with the analysis of its potential are a key step when it comes to planning and performance estimation of wind energy projects. In the current study, hence, a statistical analysis on wind energy potential and wind characteristics over the coasts of the South Western Black sea is carried out. The aim is to determine fields where wind force is strong and consistent for energy production along south western coasts of the Black Sea. For this purpose, seven meteorological stations (Kumköy, Şile, Akçakoca, Zonguldak, Amasra, Cide, İnebolu) from west to east are selected, and 10 year wind data acquired from TSMS (Turkish Meteorological Service) measured hourly at a height of 10 m were used. Annual, seasonal, monthly and diurnal average wind speed and power density variations are evaluated at all stations, after which conclusions on dominant wind directions and frequency distributions at all sites are made. Based on overall results, Amasra and İnebolu indicated the highest potential of wind power among the other sites with Amasra having about 159 W/m 2 maximum yearly average wind power density and about 1392 kWh/m 2 /year maximum yearly average energy density.Keywords: wind speeds, wind power potential, the south western Black Sea coasts Güney Batı Karadeniz kıyıları boyunca rüzgar güç potansiyelinin değerlendirilmesi ÖZ Bir bölgenin rüzgar karakteristiğinin belirlenmesi ve onun potansiyelinin farklı açılardan analizi, rüzgar enerji projelerinin planlanması ve performans tahminlerinin yapılabilmesi için gerekli olan en önemli adımdır. Bu çalışmada, Karadeniz'in güney batı kıyılarının rüzgar karakteristiğinin ve rüzgar enerji potansiyelinin detaylı istatistiksel analizi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmadaki hedef, Karadeniz'in Türkiye kıyıları boyunca enerji üretimi için rüzgar gücü yüksek olan uygun alanları belirlemektir. Bu hedef için, bahsedilen kıyı şeridinde rüzgar ölçümlerinin gerçekleştirildiği 7 meteorolojik istasyon seçilmiş ve istatistiksel analiz için Türkiye Meteoroloji Genel Müdürlüğü tarafından arşivlenmiş 10 metre yükseklikteki saatlik rüzgar verisi (hızı ve yönü) 10 yıllık süre boyunca temin edilmiştir. Bütün istasyonlarda hakim rüzgar yönleri ve frekans dağılımları belirlendikten sonra yıllık, mevsimlik, aylık ve günlük ortalama rüzgar hız ve güç yoğunluk değişimleri de irdelenmiştir. Bütün sonuçlara dayanarak, Amasra ve İnebolu lokasyonlarının diğer alanlara kıyasla en yüksek rüzgar güç potansiyeline sahip oldukları, Amasra'nın yaklaşık 159 W/m 2 maksimum yıllık ortalama rüzgar güç yoğunluğuna ve yaklaşık 1392 kWh/m 2

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Evaluation of wind energy potential and electricity generation on the coast of Mediterranean Sea in Egypt

Cited by 200 publications

References 15 publications

Economic Feasibility of Small Wind Turbines for Domestic Consumers in Egypt Based on the New Feed-in Tariff

Economic Feasibility of Small Wind Turbines for Domestic Consumers in Egypt Based on the New Feed-in Tariff

The feasibility of renewable energy sources for pumping clean water in sub-Saharan Africa: A case study for Central Nigeria

Güney Batı Karadeniz Kıyıları Boyunca Rüzgar Güç Potansiyelinin Değerlendirilmesi

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