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QUICK CLARITY WITH AUTOMATED LONG-TERM PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS
Accurate for wind and solar projects
As a planner and developer of wind and solar farms, the yield is crucial.
Evaluating the performance of your turbines at a potential site at the planning stage and quickly testing different scenarios can be a lengthy process.
We create long-term performance analyses for planners and developers in just a few days—individually and in service packages tailored to your needs.
Our approach
1. Location analysis
The foundation of your sustainable investment
Our approach begins with a detailed analysis of the proposed site. We look at terrain characteristics and the immediate surroundings to not only identify, but maximize the potential for wind energy. Our expertise enables us to unlock the hidden opportunities of your site and lay a solid foundation for the next step.
2. Data analysis
The core of our approach
The precision of our work is based on the extensive analysis of various data sources. From turbine specifications to park layouts and meteorological data sets, our aim is to guarantee a complete and accurate forecast. Our careful processing and interpretation of this data ensures that we not only paint a detailed picture of your site, but also describe the wind profile with precise clarity.
3. Modeling for renewables
The art of optimal placement
We use the knowledge gained to create models. We integrate the analysis of wind speeds, directions and the vertical wind profile into our modern algorithms. This sophisticated methodology enables the placement of wind turbines to be planned precisely so that you achieve the maximum energy yield. This step is crucial to ensure the efficiency of your investment and pave the way for a sustainable energy future.
4. Net energy yield
A look at the big picture
Our promise to you goes beyond mere analysis. Our forecasting solution provides a holistic assessment of your wind or solar farm. By contrasting the gross yield with technical losses and environmental constraints, we strive to give you a realistic view of the net energy yields. Our aim is not just to provide you with data, but with insights that enable you to make informed investment decisions.
Your advantages
- Efficiency
You save time and resources by automating individual process steps.
You receive reliable results that enable you to make informed decisions. - Speed
Our proprietary analysis software, which relies on a cloud-based infrastructure, is highly scalable and optimized for the rapid delivery of industry-standard long-term results. - Precision
Extensive data analysis and physical models, which take into account factors such as park layout and shading effects, ensure accurate performance analyses.
We always work according to the latest scientific findings. - Evaluation of uncertainty
We take uncertainties into account in our forecasts and provide initial information on the accuracy of future yields. - Optimization
With the knowledge of the yields of your wind and solar assets, you can plan future investments better and more flexibly and optimize your portfolio.
Realistic assessment
of site performance
Our long-term Performance Analysis is based on precise historical time series and extensive reanalysis data. These forecasts support you in the long-term planning and optimization of your projects by providing a detailed breakdown of energy production over different time periods.
We integrate historical production and meteorological data, refined by ECMWF’s IFS, to ensure accurate modeling of site conditions. Our continuously calibrated models take into account terrain roughness, obstacles and topographical features.
Our forecasts provide a sound basis for assessing the performance of new projects and increase planning reliability. Flexible and secure data transmission methods ensure that our forecasts are optimally tailored to your needs. Requests for changes in data transmission require one week’s notice; encrypted connections are available on request.
Optimum network utilization
and increased efficiency
Our combined performance analysis enables the simultaneous use of wind and solar energy. These forecasts maximize grid utilization and increase the efficiency of your projects by making optimal use of the synergies between the two energy sources. By integrating production and meteorological data from both energy sources, our continuously calibrated models provide accurate and reliable forecasts.
The combined performance analysis provides a solid basis for planning and optimizing projects, increase the stability and reliability of the energy supply and offer flexible, secure data transmission methods. Change requests in data transmission require one week’s notice; encrypted connections are available on request. Use our combined performance analyses to maximize the efficiency and stability of your wind and solar projects.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Historical time series of the energy yield
Our historical time series are based on reanalysis data and provide a precise breakdown of energy production over time. This data provides sound insights into the long-term performance of your projects and helps you to accurately forecast and optimize your investments.
Historical time series of wind data
Our historical time series of wind data enables precise analysis of wind patterns and fluctuations at your location. This data provides in-depth insights into long-term wind performance and helps you to accurately forecast and optimize your investments.
Combined performance analysis
Our combined performance analysis enables the simultaneous use of photovoltaic and wind energy to optimize grid utilization. These forecasts provide sound insights into the combined output of both energy sources.
Additional estimates
For expansion or repowering projects, we estimate the additional losses caused by the construction of new, larger turbines on existing turbines. These precise estimates help you to understand and minimize the impact on overall performance.
FAQ
What are long-term performance analyses and why are they important?
Long-term performance analysises provide detailed predictions of the energy production of wind and solar plants over a period of 15 to 20 years. They are crucial for the planning and optimization of projects, as they provide sound insights into the long-term performance and profitability of a site.
What data is used for the long-term performance analyses?
Our forecasts are based on precise historical time series and extensive reanalysis data. We use production data, meteorological information and specific site conditions, which are refined through continuous calibration and advanced models.
How do long-term help with the planning of new projects?
Long-term performance analyses provide a sound basis for evaluating the performance of new projects. They enable planners to quickly make accurate predictions and optimize investment decisions. Thanks to our automated processes and cloud-based infrastructure, we can provide forecasts in just 5 to 8 working days, increasing planning security and speeding up the project launch.
How flexible are the data transmission methods for the forecasts?
Our data transfer methods are flexible and secure. We offer various data transfer options and can implement changes within a week. On request, we also offer encrypted connections to ensure secure data transmission.
What are the advantages of 4cast’s long-term in comparison?
Our long-term performance analyses are characterized by high precision and speed. By integrating extensive historical and meteorological data, we deliver detailed and fast forecasts. Our automated processes ensure that results are available within 5 to 8 working days, compared to traditional methods that often take 6 to 8 weeks. This enables planners and developers to plan their projects efficiently and implement them faster, resulting in significant time and cost savings.
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