Aluminum production ; Total of all wind farm

Categories:
Categories:
Unit processes/Materials production/Metals and semimetals
Location:
NMG-CN
Reference year: 2017 -
Description

The process data set provided pertains to the production of aluminum for use specifically within the wind energy sector. This aluminum is likely utilized to manufacture components for wind turbines, substations, and electrical cables within the wind power industry. Functional utility is demonstrated through the example of a specific wind farm in Northeast Inner Mongolia, which comprises 33 domestic 1.5 megawatts (MW) turbines for the generation of wind power. When utilizing this data set for Life Cycle Assessment or environmental impact analysis, users should note that the functional unit is defined as a 1.5 MW wind turbine. The production data covers the creation of wind turbines, substations, and cables and includes energy consumption and pollutant emissions. It is critical to consider the production and manufacturing stage's environmental impact within the broader context of the wind power's life cycle inventory. Methodological attention should be given to accurately accounting for any substitution effects, as the wind power installation in question contributes to the replacement of non-renewable energy sources.

Process type
Unit
LCI modeling approach
Attributional
Multifunctional modeling
NONE
Format
ILCD
Aggregation type
NOT_APPLICABLE
Data provider
TianGong
Review status
Internal
Cost
Free
Contact
Tiangong LCI Data Working Group