Wind Energy Project by Hindustan Spinners
Wind energy in Tamil Nadu
13 wind turbines with a total capacity of 8.5 MW are located in several villages in the districts of Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli and Coimbatore. Some of the electricity is fed into the grid of the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) and some is used for own consumption. In this way, the project replaces fossil-based grid electricity and saves greenhouse gases. For the first crediting period, 181,930 tCO2e emission reductions have been estimated.
Project goals
The aim is to generate electricity from wind instead of from the fossil-dominated southern grid. The plant feeds into the TNEB grid and at the same time covers its own requirements. This reduces greenhouse gas emissions. According to the description, the project contributes to sustainable development in the region.
Technical details
| Verfahren | Besonderheiten |
|---|---|
| Netzgekoppelte Stromerzeugung (AMS.I.D v13) | 13 WTGs, Gesamtleistung 8,5 MW; teils Netzeinspeisung, teils Eigenverbrauch |
| Turbinentechnik | Vestas RRB 500 kW und NEG Micon 750 kW |
| Messung/Monitoring | Zähler am Hochspannungsabgang des Transformators; monatliche Ablesung durch TNEB; Projekt- und Panelzähler |
| Emissionsfaktor | | Combined Margin 0.92694742 tCO2/MWh (Südnetz, CEA-Daten) |
| Standort | Distrikte Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) |
Economic and social benefits
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Jobs on site
Local workers are employed during construction and operation.
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Fixed charges
The company pays INR 1,200 per wind turbine per year as tax; building and property taxes are also incurred.
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Infrastructure aid
Support for schools and road construction, among other things; land purchases at reasonable prices, benefiting landowners.
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Reduce fossil fuel imports
Renewable electricity reduces dependence on imported fossil fuels such as coal.
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Avoid air pollutants
Avoids SOx, NOx and particulate matter that would be produced by thermal power generation.
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Network advantages
Improved power quality for self-consumption, lower line losses and relief from grid bottlenecks.
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Land use
Residents can be allowed to cultivate free areas in the wind farm.
Global climate significance
Emission reduction
Electricity generation from wind replaces fossil-based grid electricity. For 10 years, 181,930 tCO2e emissions reduction
Fossil replacement
The project replaces electricity from the South Indian grid, which is mainly supplied by coal, gas and diesel.
Zero emissions
Project-related emissions and leakage are recognized as 0 in accordance with the methodology.
Air quality
Less SOx, NOx and particulates compared to thermal generation in the grid.
Conclusion
The project provides a reliable supply of wind power for the grid and for own use, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the South Indian electricity mix. In addition, the region and grid operation benefit from local effects and technical relief. Figures and procedures are clearly described in the project documentation.