Journal of Fundamentals of Renewable Energy and Applications
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Kehinde Olufunso Ogunjobi

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• Research Article
  Assessment of Wind Energy Potential for Small Communities in South-South Nigeria: Case Study of Koluama, Bayelsa State
  Author(s): Akintomide Afolayan Akinsanola, Kehinde Olufunso Ogunjobi, Akintayo T Abolude, Stefano C Sarris and Kehinde O LadipoAkintomide Afolayan Akinsanola, Kehinde Olufunso Ogunjobi, Akintayo T Abolude, Stefano C Sarris and Kehinde O Ladipo
  
  Although the concept of wind energy potential assessments has matured considerably, there is only limited application and adoption in regions of energy crisis where electricity demand far exceeds supply. For Nigeria, seeking alternate sources of energy to meet its energy demand is essential and must be met in a sustainable practice. This study analyzed the electricity generation potential from wind at Koluama, Bayelsa State, Nigeria using a combination of 10-m monthly mean wind speed and direction data (1984-2013) and five year daily wind speed data (2009-2013). The data were subjected to different statistical tests and also compared with the two-parameter Weibull probability density function. Maximum mean day of year (DOY) wind speed recorded was 5.25 m/s and minimum wind speed was 0.92 m/s, while seasonal mean wind speed during the dry months (DJF) is es.. View More»
  

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