Wind Energy Capacity Factor Calculator vs Wind Farm Annual Energy Yield Calculator
Two calculators for the same neighbourhood of questions. Here is what each measures, what you feed in, and where you'd reach for one over the other.
Wind Energy Capacity Factor Calculator
Estimates a wind turbine's capacity factor — the ratio of actual output to maximum possible output — and annual energy yield. Use it when evaluating a site's wind resource or comparing turbine performance specifications.
- Answers
- Capacity Factor (%)
- Inputs
- Average Wind Speed, Cut-in Wind Speed, Rated Wind Speed, Cut-out Wind Speed
Wind Farm Annual Energy Yield Calculator
Calculates the gross annual energy production (AEP) of a wind farm given fleet size, turbine capacity, capacity factor, and availability. Use it during project feasibility studies to size a farm and project revenue.
- Answers
- Annual Energy Yield (MWh)
- Inputs
- Number of Turbines, Individual Turbine Capacity, Capacity Factor, Availability Factor
At a glance
| Wind Energy Capacity Factor Calculator | Wind Farm Annual Energy Yield Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Wind Energy | Wind Energy |
| Answers | Capacity Factor | Annual Energy Yield |
| Inputs | 4 | 4 |
| Result unit | % | MWh |
When to use each
Estimates a wind turbine's capacity factor — the ratio of actual output to maximum possible output — and annual energy yield. Use it when evaluating a site's wind resource or comparing turbine performance specifications.
Calculates the gross annual energy production (AEP) of a wind farm given fleet size, turbine capacity, capacity factor, and availability. Use it during project feasibility studies to size a farm and project revenue.