Preparation of a ‘wind study’: Choice of
appropriate consultant(s), preferably in the state
where the project is located. Securing of external
information, if available, on the local wind
conditions.
Micro-siting: topographical characteristics
establishment of ‘prevailing wind direction’
(relative to wind study), number and location of
wind turbines (relative to the feasibility study)
Other climatic conditions: i.e. air density
(altitude), analytical history of temperatures
Soil survey
Availability of roads to transport the equipment
to the site.
Ownership Issues
Review of documentation based on proposed terms
for land use (i.e. purchase, lease, easements).
Permits / Licenses
Land related: Height and noise restrictions
Local restrictions on the transport of heavy
or/and oversized equipment (i.e. towers).
Sale of electricity
Availability / proximity of high voltage
interconnection and its capacity to absorb the
planned energy production;
Terms of Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Consider
state and federal (current and planned) legislative
framework.
Other options for sale of electricity.
Preparation of a feasibility study
Considering all previous factors, choice
of wind turbines’ size and manufacturer.
Conclude on project’s profitability
based on different scenarios on the expected performance
of the wind plant.
