The Wind Energy Resources Atlas of the Republic of Moldova and its Use

Abstract

This wind energy resource atlas identifies the wind characteristics and distribution of the wind resource in the country of Republic of Moldova. The statistics of wind data measured over a period of 22 years at the 18 stations of the State Hydro Meteorological Service and from 3 measurement masts, and detailed wind resource maps, and other information contained in the atlas facilitate the identification of prospective areas for use of wind energy technologies for utility-scale power generation and off-grid wind energy applications. Wind maps at three heights above ground level - 50, 100 and 150 m – were created using the MesoMap computer system.