These classes range from Class the

Future plans are to provide wind speed estimates at meters, which are useful for identifying small wind turbine opportunities. These classes range from Class the lowest to Class the highest.

This map indicates that Virginia has wind resources consistent with utilityscale production. Class and above are considered good resources. Particular locations in the Class areas suitable for utilityscale wind development. You can view larger version or download printable map PDF MB Download Adobe Reader. As renewable resource, wind is classified according to wind power classes, which are based on typical wind speeds.

Several areas of the state are estimated to have goodtoexcellent wind resource. These include the Atlantic coast along the Delmarva Peninsula and the Virginia Beach area, the ridge crests in the northcentral part of the state, and ridge crests near the borders of Virginia and North Carolina. Note Wind resource at micro level can vary significantly therefore, you should professional evaluation of your specific area of interest. If you have disability and need assistance reading the wind map, please email the Webmaster.

You can view larger version or download printable map PDF MB Download Adobe Reader. These include the Atlantic coast along the Delmarva Peninsula and the Virginia Beach area, the ridge crests in the northcentral part of the state, and ridge crests near the borders of Virginia and North Carolina. Given the advances in technology, number of locations in the Class areas suitable for utilityscale wind development.

These classes range from Class the lowest to Class the highest

As renewable resource, wind is classified according to wind power classes, which are based on typical wind speeds. These classes range from Class the lowest to Class the highest. In general, at meters, wind power Class or higher can be useful for generating wind power with large turbines.

Particular locations in the Class areas could have higher wind power class values at meters than shown on the meter map because of possible high wind shear. The sponsor of the Virginia wind map is the Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy, Division of Energy. This map indicates that Virginia has wind resources consistent with utilityscale production. This resource map shows wind speed estimates at meters above the ground and depicts the resource that could be used for utilityscale wind development. Tags: Virginia, Virginia Beach