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Nergica Presents Research Findings at CanWEA 2019
The Nergica team took advantage of the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) conference held in Calgary from October 8 to 10 to present the results of various research projects. Here is a summary.
The “Ice Production Ratio”
Our colleague Nigel Swytink-Binnema presented the"Ice Production Ratio" (IPR). This method for evaluating anti-icing systems was used, in particular, to evaluate ENERCON’s de-icing system. It can also be used to estimate the effectiveness of any other system operating in icy conditions.
Ultimately, Nergica would like to see the industry adopt this method, which would allow everyone to speak the same language. Developers could then use it to make an informed choice when purchasing a de-icing system, while operators and manufacturers (OEMs) could use it to measure the efficiency of an installed system or to communicate the added value of their system.
Optimizing Wind Potential Assessment During the Pre-Construction Phase
Our project manager, Marilys Clément, presented the Results of a project in partnership with RES Canada and which is currently underway.
The project aims to improve the quality of resource assessment (wind, ice, wind energy) during the pre-construction phase. To do so, Nergica models the climate over several decades to characterize wind and ice based on their averages and variability. The use of the frost model developed by Nergica, commonly known as “GPEO,” allows for a more accurate characterization of frost compared to the models currently used in the industry. By generating more comprehensive climate analyses and a more reliable characterization of wind resources, this project represents a significant step forward.
Study on the Impact of Climate Change on Wind Power: Preliminary Results
Nigel Swytink-Binnema also presented a poster summarizing the preliminary results of the study on the impact of climate change on wind power. These initial results suggest a decrease in the duration of icing in areas where wind farms are located.
