Spatial Assessment of Wind and Hydrogen Potential in the Black Sea Basin
Key Ideas
- The study assesses wind and hydrogen production potential in the Black Sea basin using reanalysis data from 2015 to 2024.
- It identifies regions with high wind resources, particularly around the Azov Sea and the north-western sector of the Black Sea.
- The research indicates the feasibility of generating significant electricity and hydrogen from offshore wind farms, with a single 15 MW wind turbine potentially producing up to 1560 tons of hydrogen per year.
- The findings suggest that the Black Sea area has untapped potential for renewable energy production, specifically in wind power and hydrogen generation.
The research conducted by Alexandra Ionelia Manolache and Florin Onea, from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the 'Dunarea de Jos' University of Galati, focuses on the spatial analysis of wind and hydrogen production in the Black Sea basin. Using reanalysis data spanning a decade, the study highlights the distribution of wind resources in the region, with areas around the Azov Sea and the north-western sector of the Black Sea showing promising average wind speeds. The absence of operational offshore wind farms in the Black Sea area prompts the consideration of potential generators ranging from 3 to 15 MW for electricity production. Subsequently, the electricity generated is utilized to assess hydrogen production through electrolysis systems, with findings indicating the feasibility of producing substantial amounts of hydrogen from wind energy. The study underscores the correlation between wind energy generation and hydrogen production, showcasing the capability of a single 15 MW wind turbine to support the creation of up to 1560 tons of hydrogen annually. Overall, the research emphasizes the untapped potential of the Black Sea region for renewable energy production, particularly in the realms of wind power and hydrogen generation.
Topics
Production
Renewable Energy
Electrolysis
Energy Production
Wind Power
Offshore Wind Farms
Spatial Analysis
Black Sea
Reanalysis Data
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