Tower Height Optimization Calculator

Calculate wind speed and power increase from a taller tower.

Reference Wind Speed

m/s

Reference Height

Target Hub Height

Wind Shear Exponent

Rotor Diameter

Turbine Efficiency

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Wind Speed at Hub

8.03 m/s

Power Increase

139.5%

Power at Target Height637.1 kW

Power at Ref Height266 kW

Additional Annual kWh3,250,534 kWh

How to Use This Calculator

Enter the measured wind speed at the reference height.
Set the reference height and the proposed tower hub height.
Input the Hellmann exponent (roughness coefficient) for your terrain type.
Review the estimated wind speed at hub height and the improvement factor.
Taller towers consistently deliver better economics — optimize within structural and permitting constraints.

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