585-02 - Wind Farm Development

Learning objectives

Discuss five key considerations taken into account when initially selecting a site for a wind farm
Describe three categories of wind farms
Discuss the information that may be included in a detailed wind resource study
Explain how the wind resource study impacts the location of the wind farm
Describe “wake” as it relates to wind turbine operation

When you complete this lesson, you will be able to discuss the factors that must be considered when identifying a possible location for a wind farm.