FEASIBILITY OF WIND POWER GENERATION PROJECTS IN URBAN AREAS: ANALYSIS OF WIND POTENTIAL AND ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the feasibility of wind power generation in Brazilian urban areas, considering wind potential, economic aspects, and environmental impacts. The research seeks to investigate anemological behavior in urban centers, evaluate micro and mini-generation technologies suitable for the urban environment, and examine the economic viability of these systems. The methodology adopted consists of a systematic literature review of studies published between 2020 and 2025, analysis of institutional documents from ANEEL, EPE, ABDI, and REN21, as well as a comparative evaluation of data on wind speeds, implementation costs, and technological performance. The results indicate that Brazilian cities have microzones with speeds between 3.5 m/s and 5.5 m/s, suitable for vertical axis turbines, with the potential to reduce energy demand between 10% and 40%, payback between 6 and 12 years, and CO₂ emission reductions exceeding 95% compared to conventional sources. Thus, the study shows that urban micro-wind generation represents a viable and promising strategy for reconciling energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and diversification of the distributed electricity matrix in the Brazilian urban context.