TECHNO-ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF WIND TURBINES IN NIGERIA

Wind energy potentials of some selected high altitude and coastal areas in Nigeria are assessed for possible utilization the generation electricity. The main aim is to provide pragmatic insight that will enhance investment wind conversion systems an optimal manner. data used this present study were obtained from Meteorological Agency, which includes average speeds per day four locations across country, measured at anemometer height 10 metres over a period 11 years. With sites classified based on their power densities, capacity factor estimation value was select most suitable turbine sites, cost method employed estimate unit various hub-heights. results reveal Jos, Kano Ikeja economically viable as well having excellent resources integration into grid, while P/H standalone application. outcome provides useful information aid renewable policymakers development.Keywords: Capacity estimation, turbine, Electricity generation, Techno-economyJEL Classification: C63DOI: https://doi.org/10.32479/ijeep.10030