Renewable Energy Resources for Dennistoun

Wind

Introduction

Wind Energy Generation is a developed technology that can deliver a significant amount of electrical power given the correct location of the turbine.

Location

The highest point in the project’s target area is the top of the necropolis hill. Wind data for this area, acquired from the government Department of Energy and Climate Change gives the average speeds shown in Table 1.

Height Above Ground Level (m)

Average Wind speed (m/s)

45

7

25

6.3

10

5.5

Table 1: Average wind speeds for Dennistoun area

It can be seen that at higher altitudes there could be sufficient average velocities for wind turbine application. During a site visit to the location, the surrounding land was seen to be built up and uneven. However, given the height of the hill there are very little direct wind obstructions. A view to the South-West (prevailing wind direction) from the necropolis is shown in Figure 1.


location of wind turbine

Figure 1: South West view from theoretical turbine location

Transferability

The surface of the surrounding terrain was taken into account when assessing this location for a feasibility study for of wind turbine generation. Although the location of this site would not be suitable, as it is a necropolis with listed status, for the purpose of the project it provides a suitable feasibility study as the location is similar to others across the city and is, therefore, transferrable. Other similar sites in Glasgow include Stobhill, Ruchill, Alexandra Park and Dalsholm Park.