On the regional wind energy potential of Turkey

Öztopal, Ahmet; Sahin, Ahmet Z.; Akgün, Nezihe; Şen, Zekâi̇

doi:10.1016/s0360-5442(99)00060-2

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“…At most of the locations, the wind speed changes with an altitude which primarily depends upon terrain roughness and mixing of the atmosphere [38,39].…”

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A Research on Electricity Generation from Wind Corridors of Pakistan (Two Provinces): A Technical Proposal for Remote Zones

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Abstract:The non-renewable energy resources are limited and depleting gradually. As such, energy security has attained the greatest amount of attention globally than ever before. In the meantime, energy crises are already affecting the developing countries such as Pakistan, even though one-third of the population of the country is not even not connected to the national electricity grid. The population with access to on-grid electricity is enduring load shedding of more than 12 h a day. This situation is alarming and require immediate attention is required so as to add alternative energy resources to the country, which has long been relying on imported fuels. It is, therefore, high time that the abundant potential in the renewable energy resources of Pakistan such as solar, wind, and biomass are harnessed. These renewable energy resources are economical and environmentally friendly, and thus considered as sustainable, and the utilization of these in meeting energy demands can help to conserve conventional resources early diminishing. This paper provides a detailed description of the energy consumption and load-shedding scenario in Pakistan thereby focusing specifically Sindh and Baluchistan provinces. Since, wind energy is considered one of the cost-effective renewable resources, six potential sites in these two provinces are considered in this study. These sites lie within 250 km of the southeastern and 800 km of the southwestern regions of Pakistan. One-year wind speed data have been reported for variable heights of these proposed sites which represent to have an annual average wind speed of 6.63 m/s and 5.33 m/s respectively. The power generation data for these location of two provinces is 7.653 GWh, and 5.456 GWh per annum respectively. This study also elaborates on the advantages and disadvantages of harvesting and installing the wind energy and provides a technical proposal for the generation of electricity from the wind in the selected remote zones which are off the national grid. The findings of this paper will help concerned government departments to devise appropriate policies and attract investment in the wind energy sector to eradicate the on-going electricity crisis.

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“…At most of the locations, the wind speed changes with an altitude which primarily depends upon terrain roughness and mixing of the atmosphere [38,39].…”

Section: Average Wind Speed Deviation Modelmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Research on Electricity Generation from Wind Corridors of Pakistan (Two Provinces): A Technical Proposal for Remote Zones

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“…Many studies have been carried out on wind resource assessment around the world to determine the potentialities of local sites for wind power/electricity [2]- [9]. Also, several studies on wind resource assessment have been done in Nigeria [10]- [18].…”

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Assessment of Wind Energy Potential as a Power Generation Source in Five Locations of South Western Nigeria

Nze-Esiaga¹,

Okogbue²

2014

JPEE

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In this study, the wind speed characteristics and energy potential in five selected locations in the southwestern part of Nigeria were investigated using monthly mean wind speed data of 51 years obtained from the Nigeria Meteorological Agency. The data were subjected to the 2-parameterWeibull and other statistical analyses. The outcome showed that the wind speed measured at a height of 10 m ranged from 1.3 to 13.2 m/s while the modal wind speed ranges from 3.0 to 5.9 m/s. 83.6% of the data were found to be greater

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“…There are several wind atlas developed for Turkey since 1984. Oztopal et al [3] prepared various maps based on 42 wind velocity measurement stations in Turkey and showed the regional variations of wind resource from the available data. According to the maps, the Aegean Sea coast is singled out, having the richest wind energy potential.…”

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“…Due to its geographic position, Turkey is under the influence of different air masses. These air masses give rise to potential wind energy generation possibilities in different areas [2][3][4].…”

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Bati Anadolu Rüzgar Karakteri̇sti̇kleri̇ Üzeri̇ne Yapilan Çalişmalarin Değerlendi̇ri̇lmesi̇

Güngör

2016

Ömer Halisdemir Üniversitesi Mühendislik Bilimleri Dergisi

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Since the geography of Turkey provides appropriate meteorological conditions for the wind energy generation, it is inevitable to support the wind energy initiatives. In general, potential wind energy areas in Turkey lie in the northwestern and northern parts and at locations along the Aegean Sea coast. These regions are highly suitable for the wind energy generation, since the wind speeds exceed 3 m/s in most of these areas. So, due to the western part of Turkey are highly suitable for wind energy applications, most of researchers have focused mainly on these areas to calculate wind characteristics. This study is aimed to summarize the studies carried out on the parameters of the Weibull distribution function in western part of Turkey.Keywords: Wind characteristics; Weibull function; Wind energy, Wind data, Turkey, West Anatolia. BATI ANADOLU RÜZGAR KARAKTERĐSTĐKLERĐ ÜZERĐNE YAPILAN ÇALIŞMALARIN DEĞERLENDĐRĐLMESĐ ÖZETTürkiye coğrafik konumu nedeniyle farklı hava akımlarının etkisi altında kaldığından, rüzgar enerjisi potansiyeli oldukça yüksek olan bir ülkedir. Türkiye'de potansiyel rüzgar enerjisi alanları genel olarak, Batı Anadolu'nun kuzey, kuzeybatı kısımları ile Ege Denizi sahili boyunca uzanmaktadır. Bu bölgelerde rüzgar hızı çoğunlukla 3 m/s değerinin üzerinde olduğundan yüksek bir rüzgar enerji potansiyeline sahip olduğu anlaşılmaktadır. Bu nedenle pek çok araştırmacı, rüzgar enerjisi karakteristikleri çalışmalarında bu bölge üzerinde yoğunlaşmıştır. Bu çalışma, Batı Anadolu'da Weibull dağılım fonsiyonu üzerinde yapılan çalışmaları özetlemektedir.

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On the regional wind energy potential of Turkey

Cited by 76 publications

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A Research on Electricity Generation from Wind Corridors of Pakistan (Two Provinces): A Technical Proposal for Remote Zones

A Research on Electricity Generation from Wind Corridors of Pakistan (Two Provinces): A Technical Proposal for Remote Zones

Assessment of Wind Energy Potential as a Power Generation Source in Five Locations of South Western Nigeria

Bati Anadolu Rüzgar Karakteri̇sti̇kleri̇ Üzeri̇ne Yapilan Çalişmalarin Değerlendi̇ri̇lmesi̇

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