{"id":151528,"date":"2025-04-08T08:09:10","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T08:09:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=151528"},"modified":"2025-04-08T08:09:10","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T08:09:10","slug":"ceb-proposed-wind-farm-facilities-in-mullikulam-a-response-by-bernard-fernando-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/ceb-proposed-wind-farm-facilities-in-mullikulam-a-response-by-bernard-fernando-2\/","title":{"rendered":"CEB proposed wind farm facilities in Mullikulam: A response &#8211; By Bernard Fernando"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong> CEB proposed wind farm facilities in Mullikulam: A response &#8211; By Bernard Fernando<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-151529 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/CEB-proposed-wind-farm-facilities-in-Mullikulam-A-response-By-Bernard-Fernando-e1744099725686.png\" alt=\"CEB proposed wind farm facilities in Mullikulam A response - By Bernard Fernando\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-141129 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bernard-Fernando-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bernard Fernando\" width=\"125\" height=\"175\" \/>In my recent article that appeared in a foreign Sri Lankan news website on the above subject, I highlighted the obvious disadvantages of Wind power (such as \u00a0high Capital expenditure\u00a0 for Machinery and Construction; high Repair and high Maintenance costs to access machinery located at higher altitudes using specialized machinery and\u00a0 labour; effects arising\u00a0 from vagaries of nature &#8211; Rusting and Cyclones etc.; larger space required, discouraging\u00a0 human habitat \u00a0and the more\u00a0 fluctuating nature of wind as a source rather than the Sun \u00a0which in itself is a more permanent source of power) over Solar Power. Having stated so, I requested the readers to tax their \u2018Common sense\u2019 and \/or Grey matter to highlight the corresponding advantages\/disadvantages of Solar Power.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">As regards the common storage problem, I solicited\u00a0\u00a0 technical opinion to throw light on the matter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Alluding to my request, I received a positive and a fair response from a concerned Sri Lankan reader living down under, giving a Comparative analysis between Solar Power and Wind power as an AI generated document and I am grateful to his concern for Sri Lanka.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Since it would greatly help our decision- making authorities in the Cabinet, the experts in the CEB, MPs in the Parliament, Academics, Professionals, other politicians and the concerned general public, I consider it pertinent \u00a0to share the contents of the documents \u00a0as given below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>\u201cComparison of cost, social and environmental benefits of solar power and wind power<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong> Cost Comparison:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Initial Installation Costs:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Solar panels typically have a higher upfront cost due to the equipment (solar panels, inverters, batteries if off-grid).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>The cost of solar panels has decreased significantly in recent years<\/strong>, but it still depends on location, scale, and system size.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Average cost per watt for solar installation: around $2.50 to $3.50 (in the U.S.).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind turbines also have high upfront installation costs, but the <strong>price is competitive with solar, especially for large-scale installations.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Onshore wind projects tend to cost between $1,200 and $2,500 per installed kilowatt, depending on the location and scale.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Offshore wind projects tend to be more expensive due to installation complexity and technology.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Operational and Maintenance Costs:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar has low operational and maintenance costs. Panels require minimal maintenance (e.g., occasional cleaning).<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>The average operational costs are relatively low, with some components needing replacement (inverters) every 10-15 years.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind turbines require regular maintenance due to moving parts (blades, gearbox, etc.), which increases long-term operational costs.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Maintenance can be expensive, particularly in remote or offshore locations, and turbines may need parts replacement over time.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE):<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>The LCOE for solar is typically lower than that of wind in some regions (especially sunny areas) because of lower installation and maintenance costs.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind is generally more cost-effective in areas with high and consistent wind speeds. <strong>The LCOE of wind can be competitive, especially for larger installations or in regions with favorable wind conditions.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"2\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong> Social Benefits Comparison:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Job Creation:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Solar power generates jobs in the installation, maintenance, manufacturing, and design sectors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>is Solar energy industries are labor-intensive, and jobs can be created locally in areas where installation needed<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind power also creates jobs, particularly in the manufacturing of turbines and the construction of wind farms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Like solar, wind energy supports local economies, especially in rural areas, where wind farms are often located.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Energy Access:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar power can be deployed on a small scale (e.g., residential rooftops), making it accessible for individuals, communities, and off-grid areas.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>It helps in providing electricity to remote and underserved regions where traditional grid access is limited.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind power typically <strong>requires larger-scale infrastructure and is more suited for regions with high wind resources.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>While it can generate significant amounts of electricity, it\u2019s less flexible in providing access in isolated, off-grid areas compared to solar power.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Energy Independence and Security:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar energy promotes energy independence as individuals or communities can install systems that reduce reliance on external power sources<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">It helps diversify the energy mix and stabilize local energy prices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind also contributes to energy security by providing an alternative to fossil fuels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Large-scale wind farms can be integrated into national grids<\/strong>, reducing dependence on imports and fossil-based generation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"3\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong> Environmental Benefits Comparison:<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Carbon Footprint:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar panels have minimal direct carbon emissions during operation<\/strong>. However, manufacturing panels does involve emissions, particularly from mining and processing raw materials (e.g., silicon, aluminum).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Over a panel&#8217;s lifetime, solar power is a net carbon reducer because it generates clean electricity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind energy is also a very low-emission energy source during operation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>The carbon footprint of manufacturing wind turbines is higher than that of solar panels, but this is offset over the long term by the clean energy produced.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Land and Resource Use:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar panels require land (or rooftops), but they can be installed on rooftops, minimizing land-use concerns.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Large solar farms may have significant land use, but they often co-exist with agriculture (agrivoltaics) or use areas not suited for other activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind farms require large areas of land, especially for onshore installations.<\/strong> However, wind farms can also coexist with farming and grazing, as wind turbines occupy only a small portion of the land.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Offshore wind requires significant infrastructure and space but avoids land use conflicts.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wildlife Impact:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar farms typically have minimal impact on wildlife,<\/strong> though large installations can alter ecosystems if not carefully planned.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Solar panels do not directly impact wildlife unless they are placed in sensitive habitats.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind turbines can pose a threat to birds and bats if not properly sited.<\/strong> However, advancements in turbine design and siting have reduced this impact.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind farms have more direct ecological impacts due to the size of the infrastructue. <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Water Usage:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Solar Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Solar panels require minimal water usage during their operation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind Power:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Wind power also uses little to no water, making it highly sustainable compared to fossil fuel-based power generation that requires significant water resources.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Cost:\u00a0 Solar tends to have lower upfront costs for small-scale systems and lower maintenance costs, but the cost-effectiveness of both solar and wind varies by location.<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Wind may be more cost-effective at a larger scale in areas with high wind speeds, but offshore wind can be more expensive.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Social Benefits:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Both technologies create jobs and promote energy security. Solar has an edge in providing energy access in remote areas, while wind can benefit rural communities with larger-scale installations.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>Environmental Benefits:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Both technologies have low carbon emissions during operation and can co-exist with land use. <strong>Wind may have a higher wildlife impact than solar, <\/strong>but both technologies have minimal water usage and contribute to reducing dependence on fossil fuels.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Ultimately, the best choice depends on specific geographic and environmental conditions, <strong>as well as the scale of the installations.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">I opine that the <strong>issue of scale will largely affect the feasibility of wind power in the long run for a small Island Country like Sri Lanka.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><strong>The readers will however note that the storage issue has not been reckoned in the above AI document.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><em><strong>Bernard Fernando<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><em><strong>Moartuwa\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><em><strong>Email : <a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"mailto:fernadobernard81@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fernadobernard81@gmail.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><em><a style=\"color: #800000;\" href=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/elanka-newsletter-sign-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly\u00a0to\u00a0your\u00a0inbox!<\/strong><\/a><\/em><\/span><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CEB proposed wind farm facilities in Mullikulam: A response &#8211; 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