Upolu Wind Power Project, Samoa - ACP-CD4CDM Pacific Region

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Upolu Wind Power Project, Samoa
Document Prepared By Subbarao Consulting Services Limited

Project Title Upolu Wind Power Project, Samoa
Version 01
Date of Issue 10-1-2013
Prepared By Subbarao Consulting Services Limited
Contact Email: [email protected], Tel: [phone]
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Table of Contents

1 Project Details ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Summary Description of the Project ................................................................................ 4
1.2 Sectoral Scope and Project Type ...................................................................................... 4
1.3 Project Proponent ............................................................................................................. 4
1.4 Other Entities Involved in the Project .............................................................................. 4
1.5 Project Start Date ............................................................................................................. 5
1.6 Project Crediting Period ................................................................................................... 5
1.7 Project Scale and Estimated GHG Emission Reductions or Removals ........................... 5
1.8 Description of the Project Activity .................................................................................. 5
1.9 Project Location ............................................................................................................... 6
1.10 Conditions Prior to Project Initiation ............................................................................... 7
1.11 Compliance with Laws, Statutes and Other Regulatory Frameworks ............................. 7
1.12 Ownership and Other Programs ....................................................................................... 8
1.12.1 Right of Use .............................................................................................................. 8
1.12.2 Emissions Trading Programs and Other Binding Limits .......................................... 8
1.12.3 Participation under Other GHG Programs ................................................................ 8
1.12.4 Other Forms of Environmental Credit ...................................................................... 8
1.12.5 Projects Rejected by Other GHG Programs.............................................................. 8
1.13 Additional Information Relevant to the Project ............................................................... 9
2 Application of Methodology ................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Title and Reference of Methodology ............................................................................... 9
2.2 Applicability of Methodology .......................................................................................... 9
2.3 Project Boundary ............................................................................................................ 11
2.4 Baseline Scenario ........................................................................................................... 13
2.5 Additionality................................................................................................................... 13
2.6 Methodology Deviations ................................................................................................ 14
3 Quantification of GHG Emission Reductions and Removals ............................................... 14
3.1 Baseline Emissions ......................................................................................................... 14
3.2 Project Emissions ........................................................................................................ 15
3.3 Leakage .......................................................................................................................... 15
3.4 Summary of GHG Emission Reductions and Removals ................................................ 15
4 Monitoring ............................................................................................................................ 15
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4.1 Data and Parameters Available at Validation ................................................................ 15
4.2 Data and Parameters Monitored ..................................................................................... 15
4.3 Description of the Monitoring Plan ................................................................................ 17
5 Environmental Impact ........................................................................................................... 18
6 Stakeholder Comments ......................................................................................................... 18
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PROJECT DETAILS
1.1 Summary Description of the Project
Demand for energy has increased in Samoa (officially known as the Independent State of Samoa)
over the last decade, thus reliable, affordable and environmentally sound energy services and
supply is crucial to meeting the country's electricity demand. Electricity in Samoa is generated
primarily from diesel engine generators from facilities on Upolu (close to Apia), Savai’i and
Manono Islands. The objective of the proposed project activity is to generate electricity using
wind, a clean source of energy. This project will contribute to Samoa’s climate change mitigation
efforts.

The Government of Samoa, the power utility Electric Power Corporation (EPC), the Secretariat of
the Pacific Islands Applied Geoscience Commission (SOPAC) and the United Nations
Development Program (UNDP) are undertaking a wind resource assessment project for Upolu
Island, Samoa. The project has installed, and operated two wind monitoring stations on Upolu:
one in Aleipata on the southeast coast and one on higher ground at the Afulilo dam. The grid
connected Upolu Wind Power Project entails installation of seven Vergnet GEV MP 275 kW wind
turbines. The proposed project activity of installed capacity 1.925 MW is expected to generate
electricity to the order of 3,626 MWh annually which otherwise would have been generated by
diesel gensets.
1.2 Sectoral Scope and Project Type
Sectoral scope: 01 Energy industries (renewable - / non-renewable sources)

The proposed project is a renewable energy project.

The proposed project is not a grouped project.
1.3 Project Proponent

Project proponent Electric Power Corporation (EPC)
Contact Person Tile Leia Tuimalealiifano
P.O.Box 2011, 5th Floor, TATTE Building,
Address
Sogi, Apia, Samoa
Email [email protected]
Office Phone Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Website http://www.epc.ws/
Responsibilities 1. Coordinate and obtain permits and
necessary approvals within the government
2. Dedicate legal resources to complete main
contracts
3. Take over the O&M work after the
completion of the services under the O&M
contract
1.4 Other Entities Involved in the Project
Not Applicable.
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1.5 Project Start Date
01/01/2015
1.6 Project Crediting Period
01/01/2015 - 31/12/2024
10 years twice renewable
1.7 Project Scale and Estimated GHG Emission Reductions or Removals

Project √
Mega-project

Estimated GHG emission
Year reductions or removals
(tCO e)
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2015 1,740
2016 1,740
2017 1,740
2018 1,740
2019 1,740
2020 1,740
2021 1,740
2022 1,740
2023 1,740
2024 1,740
Total estimated VCUss 17,400
Total number of crediting years 10
Average annual VCUss 1,740

1.8 Description of the Project Activity
The project activity involves renewable energy generation by means of harnessing the wind
power potential – a natural source of energy by setting up windmills. The wind turbine generators
(WTGs) considered under the proposed project activity together has a cumulative power
generation capacity of 1.925 MW. The estimate lifetime of the WTG is 25 years. The power
generated in the project activity is delivered to the grid. The details of the WTGs considered under
the project activity are tabulated below:

Table 1: Wind Turbine Characteristics
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Manufacturer Vergent S.A
Type and rated power GEV MP 275 kW
Axis of the rotor Horizontal
Height of the hub 60m
Rotation speed of the rotor 31 0r 46 rpm
Rated wind speed 13 m/s
Cut-in wind speed 4 m/s
Power Control System Regulation by setting in flag (pitch).
Active control with hydraulic system

Table 2: Generator Specification

Manufacturer Leroy Somer ou ABB
Type Asynchronous bi-speed
Frequency 50/60 HZ
Rated Capacity 275 kW
Rotation Speed 1514 rpm
Grid Connection Mode Specialized electronic Mode
Output with Full load 95.8%
Class of Insulation F reinforced

Table 3: Gear Box

Manufacturer Dynamic Oil
Type Planetary with rectified teeth, ratio
32,6 / 1
Weight 1200 Kg
Maximum Power 275 kW
Cooling By oil circulation

The project activity has an envisaged electricity generation potential to the tune of 3,626 MWh per
annum which would be exported to the Upolu grid.
The purpose of the project activity is clean energy generation through a renewable source of
energy and export of the net electricity generation to the grid. The electricity exported by the
project displaces an equivalent amount of electricity by a majority of diesel fired sources. The
project activity therefore results in reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with
fossil fuel based electricity generation and also contributes to the causes of conservation of fossil
fuel and depleting natural resources

1.9 Project Location

The project is planned at Mount Lepu'e on Upolu Island. The geographical coordinates of the project
activity are 13°48’39.63”S and 171°41’54.31”W.

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Figure 1: Project Site

1.10 Conditions Prior to Project Initiation
The project activity involved setting up of WTGs to harness the wind power to produce electricity
and supply electricity to the grid. In the absence of the project activity, an equivalent amount of
power would have been supplied by the grid which is fed mainly by diesel fired plants. The share
of renewable energy in electricity generation in Samoa is estimated at 13% for 20111. The
proposed project is a green field wind power project without any GHG emissions.
1.11 Compliance with Laws, Statutes and Other Regulatory Frameworks
Samoa is committed to ensuring environmental sustainability, therefore environment sustainability
is core to sustainable development criteria of the country. It is a priority focal area of the Ministry
of Natural Resources & Environment (MNRE) work program. The environment features
prominently as a cross-cutting issue in all development initiatives. According to Strategy for

1 Samoa Energy Sector Plan Master Draft.
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development of Samoa 2012-2016 key strategic areas for sustainable energy supply are
identified as:

(cid:216) Promote and increase renewable energy investment and generation;
(cid:216) Efficient, affordable and reliable electricity supply;
(cid:216) Effective management of petroleum supply;
(cid:216) Promote energy efficiency practices in all sectors particularly the transport sector; and
(cid:216) Efficient and effective coordination and management of the sector through the
implementation of the energy sector plan.

The key indicators for the above-mentioned strategic areas are identified as:
(cid:216) Gradually phase out fossil fuels;
(cid:216) Increase the contribution of RE for energy services and supply by 8% over the 4 year
planning horizon;
(cid:216) Complete and implement energy sector plan; and
(cid:216) Establish the energy regulatory functions.

The proposed project activity uses wind energy for power generation. It is considered more
environmentally friendly and cleaner than fossil fuel and is in line with Samoa sustainable energy
plans.
Environment Impact Assessment of the project needs to be carried out before starting of the
project. Also a preliminary impact assessment needs to be studied and included in the Feasibility
study report. The environment impacts of the proposed project will be studied during the
feasibility study stage and later. However no significant negative effects are envisaged from the
wind power project.
1.12 Ownership and Other Programs
1.12.1 Right of Use
According to the Feasibility Study, the proposed project is owned by EPC. More evidences such
as contracts will be provided once signed.
1.12.2 Emissions Trading Programs and Other Binding Limits
Not Applicable
1.12.3 Participation under Other GHG Programs
The proposed project has neither been registered, nor is it seeking registration under any other
GHG programs.
1.12.4 Other Forms of Environmental Credit
The proposed project neither has generated nor intends to generate any other form of GHG-
related environmental credit for GHG emission reductions or removals claimed under the VCS
Program since it has neither been registered, nor is it seeking registration under any other GHG
programs.
1.12.5 Projects Rejected by Other GHG Programs
The proposed project has not been rejected by any other GHG programs because it neither has
been registered, nor is seeking registration under any other GHG programs.
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1.13 Additional Information Relevant to the Project
Eligibility Criteria
Not applicable as the proposed project is not a grouped project.
Leakage Management
In accordance with the applied methodology “AMS-I.D. – Grid connected renewable electricity
generation (I.D./Version 17,EB 61)”, “If the energy generating equipment is transferred from
another activity, leakage is to be considered.” However, the proposed project is a green field
project without transfer of any equipment from another activity. Thus, leakage does not require to
be taken into consideration for the proposed project.
Commercially Sensitive Information
There is no commercially sensitive information for the proposed project
Further Information
2 APPLICATION OF METHODOLOGY
2.1 Title and Reference of Methodology
Title Reference Version
Grid Connected Renewable Electricity Generation2: AMS-I.D., EB 61 Version 17
Tool to calculate the Emission factor for an electricity EB 63, Annex 19 Version 2.2.1
System3
2.2 Applicability of Methodology
Applicability Criteria with AMS-I.D. Project Applicability
The project activity involves
1 This methodology comprises renewable energy generation renewable energy generation unit
units, such as photovoltaic, hydro, tidal/wave, wind, specifically wind power plant that
geothermal and renewable biomass:4 will supply electricity to the Grid.
Thus the Project Activity complies
(a) Supplying electricity to a national or a regional grid;
with the applicability criteria.
or
(b) Supplying electricity to an identified consumer
facility via national/regional grid through a
contractual arrangement such as wheeling.

The project supplies electricity to
2 Illustration of respective situations under which each of the Grid. Thus the project complies
methodology (i.e. AMS-I.D., AMS-I.F. and AMS-I.A.5) with the applicability criteria of
applies is included in Table 2. AMS-I.D.
Project type AMS- AMS- AMS-

I.A. I.D. I.F.

2
http://cdm.unfccc.int/filestorage/V/9/L/V9LRSXKP24Q7YT6HZDUBO3C0ING8AJ.1/EB61_repan17_Revision_
AMS-I.D_ver17.pdf?t=QlV8bTZrdTQ2fDBxrixMDU9A-EHoJXRXBdUg
3 http://cdm.unfccc.int/methodologies/PAmethodologies/tools/am-tool-05-v1.pdf
4 Refer to EB 23, annex 18 or the definition of renewable biomass.
5 AMS-I.D. “Grid connected renewable electricity generation”, AMS-I.F. “Renewable electricity generation for
captive use and mini-grid” and AMS-I.A. “Electricity generation by the user”
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1 Project supplies √
electricity to a
national/regional grid
2 Project displaces grid √
electricity consumption
(e.g. grid import) and/or
captive fossil fuel
electricity generation at
the user end (xcess
electricity may be
supplied to a grid)
3 Project supplies √
electricity to an identified
consumer facility via
national/regional grid
(through a contractual
arrangement such as
wheeling)
4 Project supplies √
electricity to a mini grid6
system where in the
baseline all generators
use exclusively fuel oil
and/or diesel fuel
5 Project supplies √
electricity to household
users (included in the
project boundary) located
in
off grid areas

The project activity shall install a
2 This methodology is applicable to project activities that (a) new wind power plant at a site
install a new power plant at a site where there was no where there was no renewable
renewable energy power plant operating prior to the energy power plant operating prior
implementation of the project activity (Greenfield plant); (b) to the implementation of the
involve a capacity addition7; (c) involve a retrofit8 of (an) project activity (Greenfield plant).
existing plant(s); or (d) involve a replacement9 of (an) Thus the Project Activity complies
existing plant(s). with the applicability criteria (a)
NA
3 Hydro power plants with reservoirs that satisfy at least one
of the following conditions are eligible to apply this
methodology:

6 The sum of installed capacities of all generators connected to the mini-grid is equal to or less than 15 MW.
7 A capacity addition is an increase in the installed power generation capacity of an existing power plant through: (i)
the installation of a new power plant besides the existing power plant/units, or (ii) the installation of new power units,
additional to the existing power plant/units. The existing power plant/units continue to operate after the
implementation of the project activity.
8 Retrofit(or Rehabilitation or Refurbishment). It involves an investment to repair or modify an existing power
plant/unit, with the purpose to increase the efficiency, performance or power generation capacity of the plant,
without adding new power plants or units, or to resume the operation of closed (mothballed) power plants. A retrofit
restores the installed power generation capacity to or above its original level. Retrofits shall only include measures
that involve capital investments and not regular maintenance or housekeeping measures.
9 Replacement. It involves investment in a new power plant or unit that replaces one or several existing unit(s) at the
existing power plant. The installed capacity of the new plant or unit is equal to or higher than the plant or unit that
was replaced.
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