Potential Analysis of Wind Energy as a Power Generation Source

Abstract

Wind energy as a power generation source is one of the most significant and rapidly developing renewable energy sources in the world. Because wind energy potential in various parts of Turkey is becoming economical, it is necessary to determine to start the immediate usage of the wind energy potential and the investigation of the necessary techniques and economic feasibility. In this study, wind energy status in Turkey is examined briefly and the possible wind energy potential in Eskisehir, Turkey is investigated using the data collected in the observation station established at Iki Eylul Campus of Anadolu University between the dates of July 1, 2005 and September 30, 2006.