HES, RES, GES Maps
HES, RES and GES maps are maps that show the geographical distribution, potential and current status of these three important resources used for energy production. These maps are used in many areas such as energy planning, investment decisions and environmental impact assessment.What are HEPP, RES and SPP ?
- HES (Hydroelectric Power Plant): These are facilities that convert the potential energy of water into electrical energy. They are usually built on dams, ponds or natural waterfalls.
- RES (Wind Power Plant): These are facilities that convert the kinetic energy of the wind into electrical energy. They are established in regions where wind speed is high.
- GES (Solar Power Plant): These are facilities that convert sunlight energy into electrical energy. They are established in regions with long sunshine periods.
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How to Prepare a Power Plant Map ?
Data Collection:
Topographic Maps: Maps showing the elevation curves of the region, terrain structure and obstructive elements.
Land Use Maps: Maps showing land use such as agricultural areas, settlements, forest areas.
Mapping of Obstacles: Mapping of elements that may obstruct energy intake such as buildings, trees, hills.
Data Processing:
GIS Software: Collected data is transferred to digital media using geographic information system software.
Data Analysis: Data is evaluated using statistical methods and geographic analysis tools.
Layer Creation: Layers are created according to different themes such as topography, land use, transportation routes and cable routes.
Map Creation:
Determination of Potential Areas: Potential Power Plant areas are determined by combining topography and land use data.
Map Design: The determined potential areas are shown on the map with different symbols and colors.
Map Evaluation:
Technical Evaluation: The technical suitability of the areas determined on the map is examined.
Environmental Impact Assessment: The environmental impacts of the power plant installation are evaluated.
Economic Assessment: The economic return of the power plant installation is evaluated.
Areas of Use of Power Plant Maps
Energy Planning: Determining the energy potential on a country or region basis and making energy production plans.
Investment Decisions: Helps investors determine the regions where they will invest in power plants.
Environmental Impact Assessment: Assessing the environmental impacts of power plant projects.
Land Use Planning: Considering the energy input potential in the process of making land use plans.