Windstream Technologies has installed what it claims to be the world's largest wind-solar hybrid array, situated on the rooftop of an office building in the Jamaican capital Kingston.
The installation incorporates 50 of WindStream's special 'SolarMill' devices. The SolarMill models consist of one or more solar panels and three or more turbines. This way, energy is captured at all times regardless of whether the weather is predominantly sunny or windy.
Windstream Technologies' array is expected to generate 25 kW of wind power and 55 kW of solar power, and will be capable of generating an impresive 106,000 kWh of energy per year. The company believes that the installation will generate savings of around $2 million over the course of 25 years, its estimated lifespan.
The installation is part of a wider effort by Jamaica's energy provider Jamaica Public Service to embrace renewable energy.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Renewable Energy Hybrid Systems
- The pairing of wind and solar technologies to create hybrid systems that generate energy at all times.
- Specialized Renewable Energy Devices
- The development of specialized renewable energy devices that can generate energy from both wind and solar sources.
- Commercial Renewable Energy Installations
- The incorporation of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, into commercial and office building rooftops to generate energy and savings.
Where This Applies
- Renewable Energy
- The renewable energy industry can capitalize on the development of hybrid systems that generate energy from multiple sources.
- Office and Commercial Real Estate
- The real estate industry can incorporate renewable energy sources into building designs to reduce energy costs and promote sustainability.
- Energy Providers
- Energy providers can embrace renewable energy and offer eco-friendly solutions to customers by utilizing hybrid wind and solar systems.
