Hydro vs. Wind vs.

Solar
Power?
Water, wind or sun?
Matthew Stein, author of When Technology Fails: A Manual for Self-
Reliance, Sustainability, and Surviving the Long Emergency wrestles with
that very question in his book.
Here’s an excerpt: No single RE source works best all the time in all
situations. Hybrid systems often yield the best year-round performance. Wind
and micro-hydro usually perform well during stormy periods, while
photovoltaics work best in dry summer conditions with long sunny days.
Photovoltaics have the benefit of no moving parts, no maintenance, high
reliability, and a long life averaging about 25 years or more for solar panels.

In 2008 solar panel cost of about $5 per watt (remember that batteries and
inverters will add significantly to this cost) has been steadily dropping as
sales of solar cells have doubled every few years.

The recent invention of solar roofing panels and the introduction of major PV
incentives in several countries are expected to continue to boost sales and
significantly reduce prices over the next decade.

Advantages
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Hydropower:
 Lowest cost per watt hour
 Usually a predictable year round power output
 Often does not require a large battery bank
 System is quiet and often can be made unobtrusive
 Typically low maintainance
Windpower:
 Low cost per watt hour in a good location
 Smaller systems can be low maintainance
 Predictable power output in some locations
Solar power:
  Can be used almost anywhere
 Extermely low maintainance
 Very long system lifespans
 Can be operated unmonitored for extended periods of time
 Predictable power output in most locations
 Simple installation
 Silent , unobtrusive operation
Disadvantages
Hydropower:
 Not suitable in many locations due to lack of resource
 Often requires substantial modification of water resource (except for in-
stream type generators)
 Initial installation cost can be high if damming or dirtwork is required
 In colder climates, freezing of pipes, etc can be a problem
 Moving parts will eventually wear out
Windpower:
 Not suitable in many locations due to lack of resource
 Towering can be expensive for larger units, and may require heavy
equipment to erect.
 Some people object to the tower aesthetically
 Birds of prey run into tower and guy wires (similar to but smaller than
utility installations in this respect)
 Power output can be sporadic in some areas, nescesitates the use of a
large battery bank and / or altrenate power source
 Many people report that considerable noise is generated in high winds
 Even routine, minor maintainance on a windmill can be difficult on the
top of a tower. Systems to reduce / eliminate this problem typically add
to the cost and complexity of the system.
 Moving parts will eventually wear out
Solar power:
 High initial cost for solar panels
 Power output can be variable in some areas, nescesitates the use of a
large battery bank and / or altrenate power source
 Requires good solar exposure (not practical in shaded areas, etc.)
The major problem with ANY power source is the “Opposition special interest
groups”. Lets see now of course we all know about the evils of the nukes,
windmills have been know to cut birds in half and the “It destroys my view”
people. “Solar panels are ugly” people. Hydro hurts the fish. I suspect that if
we all used a generator with a hand crank someone would find a problem
with that.
Bottom line is that no matter what we do, there WILL be a side affect
somewhere, people need to deal with it!!

Greg,

Read the rest of discussion

Each system must be optimized to the location and aplication for which it will
be used. Installation and maintainance requirements can be a signifigant
factor, and should be weighed heavily in the design process.

Hybrid systems using two or more of these power sources, or using a fuel
powered generator as a supplement usually provide superior performance
over a wide range of conditions.

Job purpose & Scope

To study enquiries generated , documents and prepare offers involving cost estimates , assess new
vendors. Check for deviations with respect to standard products and initiate action.
To do effective purchasing of goods as per time to time requirement , including vendor development
and product costing for the purpose of execution of EPC projects.
Current product Scope - TLT & Substation Procurement
Major Areas of Responsibilities
Attend Kick Off meeting with tendering team & get a synopsis about the awarded project.
Understand and assimilate the information with in specific format pertaining to full kit including tender
Amendments , Pre - bid MOM , tax modalities etc.
Ensure timely , accurately planning for procurement of material as per project requirement.
Engage with various internal stake holders viz. SCM (for TLT & Illumination) , Project coordinator (for
PD) and
get procurement requirement
Coordinate and get the manufacturing clearance from a project coordinator in Leap ahead (for TLT -
quantity Clearance from SCM)
Float & generate inquiry in Market (Vendors) as per tender document & prepare comparison analysis
Negotiate and finalise order within given budget for first full kit
Coordinate with commercial & execution (if required) department and collect the SO - PO as per the
TOC norms
Ensure on time issuance of Purchase order for manufacturing as per the cleared quantity
Collect GTP & drawings from vendors & submit to engineering & design dept. for technical approval.
Submission of GTP& drawings to Client for approval (Technical & vendor approval is must)
Coordinate with vendor / client for approval
Share approved drawings along with manufacturing clearance to Vendor
Follow up with Vendor for material readiness and verify the same for internal inspection
Submit inspection call to Client for nomination
Co - ordinate with TPA for inspector nomination
Follow up with supplier & inspector for timely inspection and ensure timely collection of inspection
report c
Follow up with Client for DI
Prepare LC draft wherever applicable in consultation with finance department
Follow up for road permit & material dispatch and arrange transportation if required (only in case of
Illumination EPC)
Follow up for material delivery with supplier / transporter
Post - delivery of material at site ensure timely updation of stock in Leap ahead
Collect the required documents from supplier for payment
Correct and verify the bills and submit to finance department for payment
Ensure timely payment to vendor as per PO terms
Prepare & maintain auditable documents for procurement related activities
Essential Qualification: Bachelor in Engineering Or Diploma in Engineering [Electrical or Mechanical]