What types of hydro generator are suitable for Flexitricity operation?
You need a reservoir, and some means of measuring or calculating the water level in the reservoir. The bigger the reservoir compared to the catchment’s size and runoff characteristics, and turbine output, the more revenue you can generate from flexible operation. It must also be possible to install a phone line or pick up a mobile phone signal at the location from which the turbine is controlled. The ability of your site to generate flexibly will vary with the seasons and the weather. Flexitricity can help you appraise the suitability of your hydro site for different types of flexible operation. The proposed operating regime should be checked against your SEPA or EA permits. A good size for flexible operation is 250kW. Smaller generators may also be suitable depending on the site. Go Back. | Go To Top.
You need a reservoir, and some means of measuring or calculating the water level in the reservoir. The bigger the reservoir compared to the catchment’s size and runoff characteristics, and turbine output, the more revenue you can generate from flexible operation. It must also be possible to install a phone line or pick up a mobile phone signal at the location from which the turbine is controlled. The ability of your site to generate flexibly will vary with the seasons and the weather. Flexitricity can help you appraise the suitability of your hydro site for different types of flexible operation. The proposed operating regime should be checked against your SEPA or EA permits. A good size for flexible operation is 250kW. Smaller generators may also be suitable depending on the site. Go Back.
