PROGRESS: Completed Project	PROJECT REF: NA
PROJECT TITLE: Development of Hybrid Solar-Wind Renewable Energy Technology
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Introduction: (Maximum 100 words) The complementary characteristics between solar energy resource and wind energy resource can make a hybrid solar-wind renewable energy system more reliable for power supply in remote areas. The PolyU has developed a simulation model for analyzing the probability and reliability of hybrid photovoltaic-wind power generation systems. The complementary characteristics between solar irradiance and wind power have been analyzed and an optimization procedure and design guideline of a hybrid photovoltaic wind energy system has been developed. Two demonstration and experimental projects have been set up, one in Macau and one in Shanwei of Guangdong. This technology can be used in mobile communication relay stations and other remote communication areas. Special Features and Advantages: (Maximum 50 words) • To provide more reliable power supply in remote areas • To reduce the initial capital investment for a reliable power supply compared with single solar energy or single wind energy renewable energy system • More convenient power supply compared with diesel power for remote areas • Green energy for environmental protection Application(s): (Maximum 50 words) • Power supply to remote communication stations • Power supply to residents on islands without utility power • Power supply to mountain areas without utility power
FOCUS AREA(S): Energy saving
KEYWORDS: hybrid solar-wind renewable energy system
MODE OF COLLABORATION: Consultancy
STATUS PATENT: Patent_Pending	PATENT NO: NA
ORGANIZATION: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
CONTACT PERSON: Dr. Yang Hong-xing	EMAIL: behxyang@polyu.edu.hk
TEL: (852)-2766 5863	FAX: (852)-2774 6146
WEBSITE:	DATE: 02/01/2005