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We would like to invite you to come and see the posters at our upcoming conference. The posters will showcase a diverse range of research topics, and will give delegates an opportunity to engage with the authors and learn more about their work. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or simply curious about the latest developments in your field, we believe that the posters will offer something of interest to everyone. So please join us at the conference and take advantage of this opportunity to learn and engage with your peers in the academic community. We look forward to seeing you there!
PO315: Installation of a Flight Test Center for Airborne Wind Energy Systems on La Gomera (Spain)
Agustin Arjonilla, Senior Consultant, CT Ingenieros
Abstract
AWE systems have become commercially available in 2021 with Skysails Power operating the first commercial, grid-connected 150kW system in Mauritius. With an LCOE of around 20 ct€/kWh these systems are not yet at the cost level as established wind technology; however, at locations where diesel gensets are used, the costs are competitive, and even more at places where other renewable technologies like large turbines or solar PV installations cannot be deployed for logistical reasons or for limited periods of time. The Spanish island of La Gomera is one of these places where only AWE systems will be able to harness wind energy. The Spanish company CT Engineering has promoted - together with local institutions and international AWE OEM partners - the idea to establish a Flight Test Center (FTC) for AWE systems on the island. It aims to not only provide valuable test and demonstration data for 24/7 operation but also green energy to the local community. Up to 4 AWE systems with a total power output of 1-2 MW will be operated in parallel. The experience of the first phases of implementation will be presented, including the site assessment, permitting, transborder licensing of the AWE systems, involvement of the local community through a Renewable Energy Community, installation and operation.
