Evaluation of Wind Energy Utilisation and Analysis of Turbines in the Fes Meknes Region, Kingdom of Morocco

Abstract

This article explores the feasibility of using wind energy to generate electricity in four sites distributed across different geographical provinces of the Kingdom of Morocco (Fes, El Hajeb, Ifrane, Taounate). The objective is to provide accurate scientific information to facilitate decision-making regarding optimal investments in wind technology for electricity production. The data used in this study are sourced from the Windographer software database, which catalogues locations in Morocco. It includes average wind speeds measured per hour at a height of 10 meters for 43 years, extrapolated to different sizes. The sites are selected based on their wind potential for various energy applications. The wind turbine is suitable for the viable site in terms of grid integration and is determined based on the estimation of their capacity factor. One of the study's key findings reveals that the studied sites have limited wind resources and are not viable for grid integration, except for the province of Fes. This information could serve as a basis for developing a renewable energy policy to expand wind energy in Morocco.