Partnering between a geography department and a community initiative to provide a wind resource assessment for the Blueskin Bay region,Otago, New Zealand |
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| Authors: | Nicolas Cullen Alice Bowden Rachel Spronken‐Smith |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Geography, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand;2. Higher Education Development Centre, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin, New Zealand |
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| Abstract: | This paper explores the partnership between a community group and a geography department to assess the wind energy potential of the Blueskin Bay region in southern New Zealand. The partnership has provided opportunities for research and is of strategic importance. Year‐long wind observations and numerical modelling have revealed that the hills surrounding Blueskin Bay show potential for wind energy generation. Despite challenges for both parties, the university–community partnership has allowed a successful research platform to be established. |
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| Keywords: | numerical modelling university– community partnership wind power wind resource assessment |
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