In this episode, Allen, Joel, Phil, and Rosemary discuss new German legislation to streamline wind permitting, the economics of floating offshore wind in France, and Iberdrola’s increased investments in offshore wind. They also delve into how the U.S. Production Tax Credit has impacted wind farm maintenance practices and explore the industry-wide c…

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Allen Hall, Philip Totaro, and Joel Saxum discuss the sale of Siemens Gamesa’s India Wind Turbine unit, Iberdrola’s acquisition of remaining Avangrid shares, and Auren Energy’s merger with AES Brazil Energy. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning …

Allen Hall and Joel Saxum interview Matthew Stead, co-founder of eologix-Ping, about the company’s growth, industry challenges, and their innovative sensing solutions for aging wind fleets. They discuss the benefits of eologix-Ping’s acoustic sensing, lightning detection, and blade monitoring technologies. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our week…

We’re joined by Boaz Peled, co-founder and CEO of First Airborne, to discuss their groundbreaking technology that revolutionizes wind resource assessments. First Airborne’s cloud-based anemometer system, suspended from a remotely controlled drone, allows highly accurate measurements of wind speed and direction across existing wind farms, significan…

In this episode, Allen, Joel, and Philip discuss Siemens Gamesa’s leadership changes and quality issues, the strong financial performance of Nordex and RWE, and upgrades to UK wind turbine testing facilities. They also cover the christening of the first American-built offshore wind service operation vessel, the EcoEdison, and the DOE’s selection of…

Masdar signs a land access deal for a 10 GW Egyptian wind project. Goldwind acquires GE’s idle Brazilian wind turbine factory. Canadian pension fund CDPQ faces hurdles deploying energy transition capital in Asia. Sweden’s EQT moves to acquire renewable developer OX2 for $1.5 billion. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all …

This episode features an insightful discussion with Dr. Elizabeth DiGangi, a Lightning Scientist at AEM, who shares her expertise on severe weather patterns, the findings of the AEM 2023 United States Lightning Report, and the potential impact of storms on wind turbines. Dr. DiGangi provides valuable insights into the formation of tornadoes, hail, …

Allen sat down with Nicholas Gaudern, CTO of PowerCurve, at ACP in Minneapolis to discuss the importance of aerodynamic blade optimizations and upgrades during wind turbine repowering. PowerCurve’s AeroVista tool can help operators address leading-edge erosion and suboptimal blade designs to mitigate aerodynamic losses. Sign up now for Uptime Tech …

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Allen, Rosemary, and Phil discuss the state of wind energy development and the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. They also cover TPI Composites’ partnership with the University of Maine and Oak Ridge National Laboratory to utilize 3D printing technology for producing wind turbine blade tooling. Sign up now for Uptime Tech…

Microsoft is partnering with Brookfield Asset Management to develop 10.5 GW of new wind and solar, Siemens Gamesa reports a €365 million loss in the 2nd quarter of 2024, WEG will begin manufacturing their 7 GW turbine platform in Minnesota, and Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board and Global Infrastructure Partners acquire Allete. Sign up now for…

Candace Wood, COO of Everpoint Services, along with Michael McCarty and Megan Culler from Idaho National Lab, discuss their collaboration at Little Pringle Wind Farm to conduct cybersecurity research and testing. The episode delves into the critical importance of addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in wind energy infrastructure to ensure grid …

Allen, Joel, and Phil record their thoughts on the show floor of American Clean Power 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Which companies are in attendance? What seems to be the industry direction? And they also discuss Vestas' Q1 financial results which show a loss. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technolog…

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Vattenfall is researching more bird detection methods, Norway and Denmark are setting ambitious offshore wind targets, Australia's first offshore wind projects are progressing nicely, Western Australia is using Tesla Megapacks for battery installations, and U.S. wind generation declines in 2023.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email upd…

Octopus Energy invests in Ocergy's floating offshore wind foundations, Timken's wind energy revenue declines due to China's shift toward domestic suppliers, Ireland has a €100 billion plan for 37 GW of offshore wind by 2050, and Orsted exits the French market.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. T…

We talk with Ben Ackers, CEO of PelaStar, a company revolutionizing the industry with their tension leg platform design. PelaStar's innovative technology provides stability for large wind turbines in deep water conditions, paving the way for cost-effective and efficient floating wind farms at scale. Visit https://pelastar.com/ for more info!Sign up…

We discuss the new document from Vestas titled "This is Not a Wind Farm", which criticizes the U.S. approach to offshore wind development and proposes solutions. Allen, Joel and Phil analyze Vestas' suggestions and debate whether states will implement any of the proposed changes.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all thing…

Join us for a continued discussion on the hope and freedom we have in Jesus. We welcome Aimee L. to UpTime! She will be sharing her testimony and partake in a roundtable discussion on the Bible and world events that may pertain to bible prophecy. A devoted explorer of prophecy and the depth of divine love. With a passion for unraveling end-time mys…

Allen, Joel and Phil discuss GE's decision to stop at 15.5MW for offshore turbines, the impact of cancelled New York offshore wind projects, challenges for Siemens Gamesa's rumored 21MW turbine, and Colorado attracting wind manufacturing jobs.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sp…

New Jersey has created the New Jersey Green Bank to support the state's clean energy projects. Hellenic Cables Americas has been allocated a $58 million tax credit for its planned cable factory in Baltimore, Maryland. Vestas decides not to lower prices in order to turn a profit. Masdar is planning a possible entry into the Chinese renewable energy …

Allen Hall discusses the growing issue of blade wrinkles with Morten Handberg, blade expert at Wind Power LAB. They delve into the causes, consequences, and challenges of identifying and repairing these minute deformities that can significantly reduce blade life. Visit https://windpowerlab.com/! Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email up…

We interview with Cory Mittleider of Malloy Wind, a company specializing in providing bearing solutions for wind turbine applications. Cory shares insights into common pitch bearing failure modes, how Malloy Wind analyzes failed bearings to develop improved designs, and the importance of factors like grease and manufacturing processes in bearing lo…

Join us for a continued discussion on the hope and freedom we have in Jesus. We welcome Gary Gates to UpTime! As the world descends into darkness, Christians are called to be beacons of hope. Gary Gates believes in the transformative power of kindness, especially in these "last days." Inspired by the Bible and guided by the Holy Spirit, he encourag…

Joel and Allen discuss their Texas and Oklahoma wind farm tour, finding tight budgets and lack of technicians are causing operators major struggles. Then the team discusses whether Inflation Reduction Act incentives are effectively driving more clean electricity generation or creating misaligned incentives for hydrogen over expanding wind power. Si…

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners announced the acquisition of a 1.3 gigawatt onshore wind portfolio in New York called Liberty Renewables. Spanish renewable energy firm Acciona Energia decided to restructure its business in Brazil after reviewing their portfolio, citing challenges with project profitability. Wind turbine manufacturer Nordex is re…

In this episode, Glenn Aiken and Eelko May from LiftWerx share how their pioneering, crane-less wind turbine repair solutions are transforming the industry with cost-effective, eco-friendly, and efficient approaches to major component exchanges and offshore wind maintenance. Visit https://liftwerx.com/ for more!Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our…

Thorbjørn Rasmussen and Michael Drachmann Haag of Polytech discuss the company's new onshore leading edge protection (LEP) product, designed to be more flexible and easier to install than their previous offshore version. Get an inside look at the technical details and customer-focused approach behind Polytech's latest wind industry innovation. Visi…

A 107-meter mold at the LM factory in Sherbrooke, France has been damaged and LM in Denmark faces significant layoffs. Researchers at TU Delft develop noise-reducing "Muteskin" technology. The U.S wind industry suffers from shortage of skilled welders.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This epis…

Ørsted forms long-term charter with Cadeler for a new wind turbine installation vessel, Quinnbrook Infrastructure Partners successfully closes of its $600 million Quinnbrook Valley of Fire Fund, and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board consolidates its offshore wind holdings into its dedicated global offshore wind platform, Reventus Power.Sign up n…

Allen and Joel speak with Jatin Sharma from NARDAC, an insurance broker specializing in complex renewable projects. As a boutique firm, NARDAC aims to bridge knowledge gaps between insurance capital providers and renewable companies to facilitate optimal coverage terms amidst the market's rapid evolution and emerging risks. Visit https://nardac.com…

Allen and Joel talk to Laurent Zimmerli, Vice President of Customer Experience at Voliro. Voliro is a Swiss company that creates drones and robotics to transform the industrial inspection and maintenance processes. Their flagship "Voliro T" drone is designed for stable and controlled contact with surfaces, enabling efficient inspection of wind turb…

Join us for a continued discussion on the hope and freedom we have in Jesus. We welcome back missionary evangelist, Robert Breaker to UpTime! We will also have a roundtable discussion on the Bible, world events that may pertain to bible prophecy and the glorious appearing of our Lord and Savior, Yeshua (Jesus) the Messiah. Robert Breaker's YT Chann…

A collaborative approach is being taken by Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts to procure offshore wind projects in the region. Dan-Bunkering is providing a solution to challenges posed by the Jones Act. And GE Vernova is cutting tons of employees at LM Wind Power.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind…

General Electric splits into GE Vernova, GE Aerospace, and GE Healthcare, Macquarie Asset Management's Corio Generation invests $50 billion in offshore wind, Mingyang plans a turbine manufacturing facility in Scotland, Avangrid's offshore wind project is approved by the U.S. Interior Department. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email up…

LM Wind Power announced the closure of their blade production factory in Turkey that employed 700 people. In Denmark, LM Wind Power appears to be cutting highly-qualified engineering and support staff. This news comes just days after their parent company, GE Vernova, became a stand-alone company.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email up…

Rocky, a cloud-based software developed by Wind Power LAB is helping to standardize the analysis of rain erosion test data for wind turbine coatings. By precisely annotating damage progression in test photos, Rocky eliminates human variability in interpreting results and generating accurate velocity vs. impact (V-N) curves. This innovative tool pro…

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Joel gives an update from Wind Energy Europe in Bilbao. Developers like Invenergy are building renewable projects and transferring ownership to utilities after completion - what is the advantage? Are wind turbines creating microclimates which could positively impact crop yields? Plus, an article in PES Wind magazine highlights RTSYS's offshore wild…

Allen Hall interviews Anders Røpke, CEO of Wind Power LAB, about their innovative software product, LASSIE. LASSIE helps wind farm operators detect and mitigate lightning damage to their turbines by analyzing global lightning data and providing alerts when turbines may be at risk. With its affordable subscription model and seamless integration, LAS…

Nordex invests $1.1B in Turkey's wind industry, Singapore plans to invest $3.7B in clean energy transition, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners invests $1.9B in offshore wind farm in the Philippines. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Lea…

AC883's Lars Bendsen chats with Allen and Joel about their LiDAR systems for turbine alignment, drone inspection services including ultrasonic blade scanning, and expansion into internal turbine inspections using drones. AC883 continues bringing new wind turbine technologies to North America and allowing wind farms to keep producing energy. Reach o…

Join us for a continued discussion on the hope and freedom we have in Jesus. We will also have a roundtable discussion on the Bible, world events that may pertain to bible prophecy and the glorious appearing of our Lord and Savior, Yeshua (Jesus) the Messiah. And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which deliv…

Allen, Rosemary and Phil debate whether WindRunner, a huge airplane proposed to transport wind turbine blades offshore, makes sense for the industry. Plus they discuss an article from the latest edition of PES Wind Magazine from CLS Wind about their lifting platform used to assemble wind turbines. Allen and Phil learn that Rosemary is a five-time W…

Masdar acquires stake in Terra-Gen, RWE's stock price drops 25%, Global Wind Service signs agreement with RWE, and Maersk Supply Service partners with Edison Chouest Offshore for U.S. offshore wind farm installations.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard L…

Allen and Joel interview Tone Søndergaard, Director of the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub. The hub's six-month accelerator program provides mentorship, industry connections, and resources to help startups scale. Tone shares insights from the first cohort's outcomes and discusses the global application process for cohort two. If you're interested in l…

Allen Hall interviews Nicolai Johansen and Jesper Dal Hasager at DTU's brand new R&D Rain Erosion Facility for testing leading edge erosion on wind turbine blades. They discuss the unique features and capabilities that make this one of the most sophisticated erosion testing rigs in the world. Visit https://wind.dtu.dk/facilities/leading-edge-erosio…

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This week we cover GE Vernova's offshore wind backlog and plans for growth, the challenges Australia faces in streamlining wind farm approvals, a new fiber optic sensing technology for monitoring gearboxes from Sensing360, and NextEra's plans to build a renewable hydrogen-based fertilizer plant in North Dakota. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our…