Wind Potential Assessments – Žabljak Project, Montenegro

Client: Decotra Srl., Italy and HM Durmitor, Montegro

Name of partner(s): N/A

Start/Completion Date: January 2009 – July 2011

Project description: Wind potential of Montenegro lies in “Bura” (NW wind) and “Jugo” (S wind) winds. Although the wind potential in coast region of Montenegro is estimated as the best, it was found that the wind potential in Žabljak region is quit good. Therefore, a 50 m measurement mast has been erected and measurements were conducted on three levels: 10, 30 and 50 m above ground. Due to the rough winter conditions, the mast was equipped with heating anemometers and wind vanes. In the process of project development, the Consultant was responsible for all stages, from site selection to the wind potential study. The project aim was to build a wind farm with total installed capacity of 10-20 MW and hence to improve the power system of Montenegro. Major consulting and engineering services provided by SEEC were:

• Selection of the best site for wind potential measurement and site visits;
• Preparation of the Elaborate on the best site for wind potential measurement;
• Determination of mast micro-location;
• Mast and equipment installation (and dismantling) including preparation of necessary technical and legal documentation;
• Recalibration of the instruments;
• Acquisition, check and processing of data;
• Preparation of wind potential study;
• Presentation of the project;
• Advisory services and recommendation for further activities on the project.