Uzbekistan - Development of Wind Power Potential
Uzbekistan intends to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by diversifying the energy generation mix. Several small-scale wind power installations exist, most of them, however, have local (off-grid) or pilot character. The project studied and assessed the potential for installing wind generation facilities on an industrial scale.
intec's services
Mesoscale Modelling and Site Assessment
- Countrywide wind resource modelling using a three dimensional flow model for the calculation of wind fields.
- Validation of the wind resource model by cross reference with wind measurement data and long-term correlation.
- Identification of commercially viable wind project sites.
- Preparation of tender documents for the procurement of ISO/Measnet-compliant wind measurement systems including development of technical specifications, review and analysis of ISO/Measnet compliancy of proposals.
Wind Measurement Programme
- Development of a wind measurement programme with ISO/Measnet-compliant wind measurement systems.
- Micrositing and analysis of wind measurement mast locations.
- Monitoring, evaluation, and analysis of wind data collection over a period of 12 months.
- Bankable wind resource assessment report based on wind measurement data, long-term correlation with historical climate data and wind field modelling using the industry standard WaSP model.
Preparation of a Pre-Feasibility Study for Two Wind Project Sites
- Detailed technical assessment and determination of an electrical and civil design and layout for the installation of a wind farm.
- Economic assessment determining the commercial viability of the project.
- Determination of logistical infrastructure for the implementation of the wind project.
- Transportation study.
- Environmental impact assessment.
- Preliminary design and evaluation of the electric grid connection.
- Development of an operations and maintenance implementation plan.
- Noise and flicker studies.
Transfer of knowledge: Development and presentation of wind project workshop modules for training of Client's staff in the areas of:
- Wind resource assessment,
- Mesoscale wind climate modelling,
- Wind measurement campaigns,
- Wind project development phases,
- Wind farm economic modeling,
- Wind farm operations.
- Wind farm operations.
Client
Uzbekenergo SJSC / UE Talimarjan Thermal Power Plant (TTPP)
Financing
International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)
Period of implementation
02.2014 - 04.2016
Burkina Faso - Reinforcement of Electrical Infrastructure and on Rural Electrification (PRIELER)
The objective of this project was the elaboration of draft studies that deliver sufficient justification to implement the following works:
- Restructuring and extension of the electrical networks of Ouagadougou
- Construction of the 132 kV interconnection line Zano - Koupèla
Design studies, preliminary cost estimates, time schedules, detailed design, and tender dossiers were prepared to determine all requirements for an efficient implementation of the two projects.
A feasibility study was carried out for the interconnection line Zano - Koupèla resulting in the detailed design for the line, including line route study, environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA), and the choice of the substation locations.
intec's services
- Determining the technical feasibility of both projects
- Preliminary engineering studies
- Determining the economic and financial feasibility of both projects
- Preparation of detailed design for both projects
- Preparation of tender documents
- Capacity building for the staff of SONABEL and PRIELER through training and transfer of technical know-how
Client
Société National d'Electricité du Burkina - SONABEL
Financing
African Development Bank
Period of implementation
07.2011 - 03.2016
Burkina Faso - E&S Support to the Reinforcement of Electrical Infrastructure and on Rural Electrification (PRIELER)
Objective of this project was the elaboration of draft studies that deliver sufficient justification for the implementation of the following works:
- Restructuring and extension of the electrical networks of Ouagadougou,
- Construction of the 132 kV interconnection line Zano - Koupèla.
Design studies, preliminary cost estimates, time schedules, detailed design, and tender dossiers were prepared to determine all requirements for an efficient implementation of the two projects.
A feasibility study was carried out for the interconnection line Zano - Koupèla resulting in the detailed design for the line, including line route study, environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA), and the choice of the substation locations.
intec's services
The following E&S services were carried out in the framework of the Project on the Reinforcement of Electrical Infrastructure and on Rural Electrification (PRIELER):
Environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA)
- study of the layout with a view to optimizing the route of the line;
- the corridor study of the line;
- diagnosis of the initial state of the project's host environment; (baseline study)
- Stakeholders identification and engagement (information, education and training)
- public consultation;
- detailed inventory of assets;
- definition of environmental mitigation and improvement measures through an environmental and social management plan taking into account the management of cultural and archaeological properties, risks and critical situations, the strengthening of institutional capacities and, where appropriate, the relocation and compensation for the people affected by the project
Capacity building for the staff of SONABEL and PRIELER through training and transfer of technical know-how.
Client
Société National d'Electricité du Burkina - SONABEL
Financing
African Development Fund (ADF)
Period of implementation
07.2011 - 03.2016
India - Pre-feasibility Study on Land-Neutral Photovoltaic
This pre-feasibility study examined the economic viability of distributed power generation from solar PV. Given the scarcity of land in a densely populated country such as India, it focused on canal-topped or floating solar panel arrays in the states of Kerala and Maharashtra.
intec's services
General overview and evaluation of the concepts of canal-topped and floating solar PV:
- Technical aspects and requirements (modules, framework structures, statics, technical restrictions from canal maintenance, expected output, climatic effects, impact on the water body, grid connection, safety and access),
- Cost-based comparison of system configurations and economic analysis of generation costs,
- Identification and evaluation of social, environmental and climate aspects,
- Lessons learnt from similar projects, inter alia in Gujarat,
- Comparison of concepts and recommendation,
- Establishment of a criteria checklist for selecting future projects.
Development of a project pipeline in Kerala:
- Identification of up to 10 projects with an accumulated capacity of 200 MW or more
- Evaluation and comparison of these sites according to the checklist, possibilities for extension on adjoining land, identification of power off-takers, establishment of rough time frames for implementation, proposal of indicators for measuring the project's success incl. performance data to be achieved
- Brief overview of relevant institutions and expertise in India: policy at national and state level, situation and perspectives of the electricity sector in Kerala, overview of the partner institution KIIDC (Kerala Irrigation In-frastructure Development Corporation) and its capacities for planning, building and operating such projects, identification of other relevant institutions, overview of companies that have installed or are operating canal-topped or floating PV systems.
Additional services in Maharashtra State:
- Evaluation of proposed potential project sites and assessment of their constraints and opportunities
- Comparison of estimated generation costs with the results for Kerala
- Establishment of a shortlist of most promising sites
- Assessment of power off-taker and grid connectivity of the sites
- Summary of results in a pre-feasibility study report.
Client
KfW Entwicklungsbank
Financing
KfW Entwicklungsbank
Period of implementation
04.2015 - 03.2016
Kenya - 400 kV Loiyangalani - Suswa Transmission Line
A 428 km/400 kV transmission will transport power generated by the Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) project to the national grid at Suswa, via Baragoi, South Horr, Marti, Morijo, Longewan, Rumuruti and Ol Kalou.
Work under the project’s focus included review of basic design, technical specifications and engineering design for the double-circuit line (steel lattice towers, composite insulators and ACSR conductors, double OPGW).
The project was carried out for Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) with financing from African Development Bank (AfDB).
intec's services
- Conductor study
- Insulation coordination study
- Wind study
- Basic design
- Technical specifications
- Calibration of PLS, CADD and tower programmes
- Tower and foundation design
- Tower spotting with LIDAR technology
- Tower type testing
Client
ISOLUX CORSAN
Financing
ISOLUX CORSAN
Period of implementation
05.2011 - 02.2016
Guinea - Regional Dispatching Centre in Conakry
Construction of a Regional Dispatching Centre (RDC) in Conakry in order to manage the MV systems, optimise energy distribution in the different quarters of Conakry, and to reduce losses. The RDC will complete the EMS functions of the National Dispatching Centre (NDC), and certain interfaces will be integrated to ensure the exchange of information between the two dispatching centres.
intec's services
Phase I - Detailed Design
- Network study, including load distribution in the city's distribution network, definition of the telecontrol criteria and the dispatching centre's special requirements
- Design study: definition of the SCADA/DMS system architecture and of communication protocols, inventory of equipment in the MV/LV distribution substations and adaptation works, recommendations for the structure of dispatching, assessment of costs, preparation of the project schedule and the draft design report
Phase II - Tender Documents
- Elaboration of the technical specifications and defining the scope of supply
- Preparation of the instructions to tenderers, the general and special contract conditions and of administrative and technical tender forms
Phase III - Tender Procedure and Award of Contract for Supply and Works
- Assistance to EDG in launching the tender
- Bid evaluation
- Contract negotiations
Training: During all three phases of the project, the Consultant will integrate the project counterparts into his team in order to provide them with on-the-job training.
Client
Electricité de Guinée (EDG)
Financing
Electricité de Guinée (EDG)
Period of implementation
04.2015 - 02.2016
