Assessing the Techno-enviro-economic viability of wind farms to address electricity shortages and Foster sustainability in Palestine

This study critically examines the feasibility of wind turbines in addressing electricity shortages in the coastal region of Palestine. Assessing technical, economic, and environmental aspects offers vital insights for sustainable energy solutions. Hence, 10 turbines with different rated powers were selected to determine the optimal and economically viable solution. Wind velocities were assessed at altitudes of 10, 65, and 80 meters. Various performance indicators such as wind power density, capacity factor (C f), anticipated energy yield, cost of wind-generated electricity, benefit-cost ratio (BCR), and simple payback period were examined. The findings indicate that the Siemens SWT-2. 3-93 turbine yields an annual energy production of 3910. 3 MWh. The Lagerwey-LW58/750 turbine boasts the highest capacity factor at 20. 5% making it the most cost-effective option with generation costs of 0. 0604/kWh to 0. 0825/kWh. It exhibited the highest benefit-cost ratio, ranging from 1. 287 to 1. 758, and payback period of 6. 33 years. Consequently, the Lagerwey-LW58/750 turbine emerges as the optimal choice for implementing the wind power plant project in Palestine's coastal region. The use of wind turbines to generate electricity leads to 3323. 75 ton/year of emissions reduction. This research provides crucial insights for decision-makers aiming to tackle electricity shortages and enhance environmental sustainability in Palestine’s energy sector. • The wind power offering a pathway to alleviate energy shortages and enhance energy security in Palestine. • Wind power presents a cleaner option contributing to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. • The Siemens SWT-2. 3-93 wind turbine could generate up to 3910. 3 MWh annually. • The Langerwey-LW58/750 turbine, rated at 750 kW, demonstrates cost-effectiveness with generation costs ranging from 0. 0604/kWh to 0. 0825/kWh. • The Lagerwey-LW58/750 turbine boasts a promising payback period of 6. 33 years, suggesting a relatively swift recovery of initial investment costs.