Abstract:

In order to reveal actual conditions of wind energy resource and analyze the influence of topography on wind energy resource, sequential 12 months’ wind data was used which was obtained from professional observing towers and meteorological stations in Chongqing. Wind energy source was calculated and analyzed. The results showed that: (1) data of meteorological stations could not be used to accurately evaluate wind energy source in Chongqing; (2) there were developable wind energy source at present technology level in Chongqing; (3) vertical profile of wind speed fitted power exponent relationship. The final conclusion was that wind energy could be developed and utilized under the technology for the moment in some high mountains northeast and southeast in Chongqing.