Hybrid Wind and PV Plants with BESS – Energy Yield Assessment, Complementarity and Grid-Constrained Optimisation

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Evaluate wind resource characteristics and site suitability using measurement techniques, long-term correlation methods, and micro-siting considerations to support accurate wind energy assessments.
• Develop and interpret wind energy yield models by analysing wake effects, terrain impacts, losses, uncertainty, and generation performance using WindPro.
• Assess solar resource conditions and optimise PV system design by evaluating irradiation data, plant layout, DC/AC sizing, inverter selection, and tracking strategies.
• Model PV plant performance and losses using tools such as PVSyst/RatedPower to improve efficiency, benchmarking, and energy yield forecasting.
• Analyse wind–solar resource complementarity and optimise hybrid plant design to improve capacity utilisation, minimise curtailment, and enhance energy output.
• Evaluate grid integration constraints and battery sizing impact using Excel-based modelling to improve dispatch flexibility, storage integration, and overall hybrid plant performance.

• Renewable Energy Engineers (Wind, Solar PV & Hybrid Systems) function in designing, and analysing renewable and hybrid energy systems to improve plant performance, efficiency, and reliability.
• Electrical & Power System Engineers developing and managing electrical infrastructure, grid connectivity, and power system integration for renewable energy projects.
• Grid Integration & Transmission Specialists evaluating grid compatibility, transmission constraints, and compliance requirements for renewable and hybrid plant integration.
• Energy Storage / BESS Engineers & Technical Specialists optimising battery energy storage systems to enhance operational flexibility, efficiency, and grid support.
• Project Development Engineers / Renewable Project Managers leading technical planning, feasibility studies, and project execution for renewable and hybrid energy developments.
• EPC Contractors & Engineering Consultants delivering engineering design, technical studies, and project implementation solutions for renewable and hybrid infrastructure.
• Energy Yield Assessment & Resource Analysis Professionals conducting resource studies and energy modelling to support accurate generation forecasting and project bankability.
• Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Engineers Monitor, maintaining and improving plant operations to maximise system availability, performance, and reliability
• Asset Managers & Plant Performance Analysts Analyse asset performance and operational data to optimise plant efficiency, value, and long-term reliability.
• Energy Analysts / Sustainability & Decarbonisation Professionals assessing renewable energy opportunities and sustainability strategies to support decarbonisation and energy transition goals.

• Basic
• Intermediate

Participants will engage in a practical Excel-based exercise to estimate battery sizing requirements and assess its impact on the performance and optimisation of PV, wind, and hybrid power plants. This hands-on activity will help learners analyse system behaviour, evaluate storage integration benefits, and understand how battery sizing influences energy output, curtailment reduction, and overall plant efficiency. Software tools utilised throughout the exercise include WindPro, PVSyst/Rated Power, and Excel.

About your Expert Course Leader 1:

Your expert course leader 1 is a renewable energy technology leader and senior solar energy specialist with more than 15 years of international experience in utility-scale solar PV, hybrid renewable energy systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and renewable energy integration. He currently leads technology strategy, innovation, and the technical development of renewable energy projects across multiple global markets. Throughout his career, he has held senior technical and project leadership positions with leading organisations including Hydro Rein, Multiconsult Norge, Scatec, Etihad ESCO, and Jubaili Bros, contributing to the successful development and optimisation of large-scale renewable energy projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

He possesses extensive expertise in solar resource assessment, PV system design, hybrid wind-solar plant optimisation, energy storage integration, smart grids, and renewable energy project execution. His project portfolio includes utility-scale solar developments, grid-connected renewable energy projects, performance optimisation initiatives, and advanced technology assessments supporting developers, utilities, government agencies, and investors. In addition to his industry achievements, he is a highly regarded trainer and lecturer who has delivered specialised training programmes for internationally recognised organisations such as the Renewable Energy Academy (RENAC), the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), ANEO, and various national energy agencies.

He is also a part-time lecturer at Dalarna University, Sweden, where he teaches PV system design at the master’s level. He holds a Master’s Degree in Solar Energy Engineering and an MBA in Renewables, complemented by professional certifications in renewable energy finance, smart grids, measurement and verification, and photovoltaic technologies. His unique blend of technical expertise, project development experience, and training excellence enables participants to gain practical insights into the design, optimisation, and commercial deployment of modern renewable energy systems.

About your Expert Course Leader 2:

Your expert course leader 2 is an experienced wind energy and renewable energy professional with over 10 years of international experience in wind resource assessment, project development, technical due diligence, turbine performance evaluation, and renewable energy portfolio optimisation. He currently supports the development and optimisation of renewable energy projects through technical assessments, performance analysis, opportunity screening, and strategic technology evaluations. His role involves close collaboration with development, commercial, investment, and operations teams to support decision-making across the entire project lifecycle.

Prior to joining Hydro Rein, he held key technical positions with internationally recognised organisations including COWI, Statkraft, and UL Renewables. During his career, he has contributed to more than 50 renewable energy projects across Europe, North America, South America, Africa, and Asia, providing expertise in wind resource assessment, turbine layout optimisation, project feasibility studies, energy yield analysis, owner’s engineering, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) due diligence.

He has extensive experience applying international standards such as IEC 61400 for measurement campaigns, site calibration, and power performance testing, while also supporting project optimisation and renewable energy asset performance improvement initiatives. He holds an Executive Master of Management in Energy from BI Norwegian Business School and IFP School, together with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Atmospheric Science. His strong combination of technical expertise, analytical capabilities, and commercial understanding enables him to provide valuable insights into the development, optimisation, and integration of wind and hybrid renewable energy projects in today’s evolving energy landscape.

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