Aisha Ansari
Independent Researcher
India
Abstract
This manuscript assesses the wind energy potential in coastal regions by analyzing historical wind speed and direction data recorded at meteorological stations along the shoreline. The study employs statistical techniques to characterize wind regimes, including frequency distributions, Weibull parameter estimation, and seasonal variability analysis. A case study of three representative coastal sites is conducted using data spanning a ten-year period ending in 2017. Results indicate that mean wind speeds range from 5.2 m/s to 7.8 m/s at 50 m hub height, with Weibull shape parameters between 1.8 and 2.4. Annual energy yield estimates for a 2 MW turbine vary from 4.3 GWh to 6.7 GWh. The analysis identifies optimal installation heights and highlights the influence of coastal topography on wind flow patterns. Research gaps include the need for higher-resolution spatial modeling and long-term assessment of extreme wind events. The findings support decision-making for wind farm site selection in coastal zones using technologies and methods available up to 2018.
Keywords
Wind energy potential, coastal regions, Weibull distribution, historical wind data, energy yield estimation
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