Small Wind Turbines:
- Capacity: Up to 100 kilowatts (kW)
- Annual Electricity Production: 10,000 to 150,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh)
Medium-Sized Wind Turbines:
- Capacity: 100 kW to 1 megawatt (MW)
- Annual Electricity Production: 150,000 to 2.5 million kWh
Large Wind Turbines (Utility-Scale):
- Capacity: 1 MW and above
- Annual Electricity Production: 2.5 million kWh and above
These values can vary significantly based on the specific characteristics of the wind turbine and the site conditions. Wind turbines are typically most productive in areas with strong and consistent winds.
For example, a typical 2 MW wind turbine with a capacity factor of 35% (meaning it operates at 35% of its maximum capacity on average) located in a good wind resource area can generate around 7 million kWh of electricity per year.
It's worth noting that wind turbines generally operate at varying levels of output depending on the wind conditions, and their production can fluctuate throughout the day and year. Additionally, the efficiency and performance of wind turbines have been improving over time with technological advancements.
