Design and implementation of a hybrid solar wind energy tower

The project was developed as a hybrid solution to capture the combined high levels of solar radiation and monthly average wind speed in Malaysia of which Kota Kinabalu was selected. The Hybrid Solar Wind Energy Tower (HSWET) combines the functions of wind turbines in parallel with solar panel hence having a higher total of renewable energy values. In order to determine the efficiency of the HSWET, the output power is measured and monitored. Furthermore, the efficiency of HSWET design was compared with an existing solar hybrid system already in the market and the results of the proposed HSWET system showed a higher efficiency. Experimental results have proven that not only is the HSWET cheaper in assembly cost but it also has a more constant output. The design therefore allows for application in two modes therefore even though there is a in-balance in either wind speed or sunlight, generation of power is always there.