I am working on a project that will have two wind turbines. Does anyone know what is a LEED acceptable means for calculating the wind energy (kWh) generated from them? The manufacturer has given us a value for the annual energy production that is a product of the rated power, a derate factor (efficiency losses), and the average wind number of hours per day the wind is at the required speed for full power. Is that sufficient? Is there a tool similar to PV Watts that is required/suggested for wind?
Thanks,
Sonrisa
Shillpa Singh
Senior Sustainability ManagerYR&G
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May 6, 2010 - 3:30 pm
Sonrisa
That sounds good for calculating annual energy generated. Rated capacity x hours of wind x efficiency would provide you with the generation capacity for the wind for credit documentation. Do make sure to submit supporting information for these parameters for the review process.