Meteorological field measurements at potential and actual wind turbine sites

Technical Report · Wed Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1982

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6762854· OSTI ID:6762854

Renne, D S; Sandusky, W F; Hadley, D L

An overview of experiences gained in a meteorological measurement program conducted at a number of locations around the United States for the purpose of site evaluation for wind energy utilization is provided. The evolution of the measurement program from its inception in 1976 to the present day is discussed. Some of the major accomplishments and areas for improvement are outlined. Some conclusions on research using data from this program are presented.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
• DOE Contract Number: AC06-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 6762854
• Report Number(s): PNL-4431; ON: DE83001493
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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