Category: Wind

BBC Chartering

A flexible, ocean-going carrier with a well-earned reputation in the wind industry, BBC Chartering operates more than 120 multipurpose vessels from a global administrative coverage of 24 local offices. The company is equipped to serve even the smallest of ports – perfect for the remote locations where wind turbines are employed – and as the… Read more »

Hiring green: military veteran recruiting for the wind industry

Having enlisted in the Air Force in 1981, Mark Goldstone finally retired as a Senior Master Sergeant in 2005 after a 24-year career. He quickly found employment in the wind industry, where he quickly discovered the similarities between his former service and his new career. Goldstone has never looked back, and now manages wind farm… Read more »

Equip your company with a clean, green edge

Many organisations can become disconnected in the way in which Energy and Sustainability is managed so that significant environmental and financial benefits can be lost. Here, Allen and York’s Victoria Kenrick presents an in-depth look at the development of the Energy and Sustainability role within North American wind energy organisations. Sustainability has become a mantra… Read more »

Congress plan to cut clean energy spend could bite deep on wind

It was not so long ago that President Obama went to the World Trade Organization with a forthright complaint over the protectionist tactics of the Chinese renewables industry; a grievance which was subsequently vindicated. Great! we all thought. At last an administration is prepared to back our essential industry. But, hold on there – now… Read more »

My vision Daniel Alessandri

As a marketer for Pall, Daniel Alessandri is used to asking questions of his suppliers, peers and colleagues. But answering them? In print? PES puts a selection of slightly more personal questions to one of the industry’s most influential figures. PES: Welcome to PES magazine, can you firstly explain a little about your role, and… Read more »

Upwardly-mobile turbines present increasing transportation challenges

The late economist E F Schumacher (1911- 1977) became something of a hero to the early environmental and ecological movements, not least because of his oft-quoted maxim: small is beautiful. But if that was true back in the 1970s it is nevertheless a rule which is being ignored in the current wind generation industry. If… Read more »

Wind energy roundtable

Here PES presents the latest in our ongoing series of fascinating roundtable discussions, bringing together the leaders of the industry to discuss all the salient issues, including the role of pressure groups, relations with the Chinese, and the future of the industry. ContributorsCarl Levesque, Communications Editor, American Wind Energy Association Dave Lopez, Secretary of The… Read more »

Taking rail transport to the next level

An iconic American company that enjoys a near legendary reputation across the country and beyond, BNSF Railway delivers a effective transportation solution for the emerging wind energy industry. The company has the personnel, network, equipment and technology to make your wind shipment cost-effective and convenient, and provides a customized shipping solution for all your wind… Read more »

Mega-change of wind direction sparks Canadian controversy

A recent decision by the Ontarian regional government in Canada has thrown the province’s ambitious offshore wind plans into apparent meltdown. In an unforeseen move, the province’s Liberal administration has cancelled offshore wind turbines over concerns about a lack of data, claiming there is insufficient information available about the technology’s proven success capability. PES investigates… Read more »

Thumbs Up For Canadas Largest Wind Farm

A Calgary-based company has been given the green light from provincial regulators in Alberta to construct what is expected to be the country’s largest wind energy project. The Alberta Utilities Commission has granted final approval to construct and operate the Blackspring Ridge I Wind Project which could be online as soon as 2013. PES reports… Read more »

Correct action now can lead to bright future for offshore

In this far-ranging and prescient report, Large-Scale Offshore Wind Power in the United States: Assessment of opportunities and Barriers, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) examines the state of play for the wind industry in the US as well as examining the vital steps the continent needs to take in order to ease the pressure… Read more »

New from BBB Umwelttechnik GmbH (BBB) – Measurement Monitoring System (MMS)

BBB Umwelttechnik GmbH (BBB), one of Germany’s leading providers of wind energy services, is offering a new systems solution for monitoring and safeguarding valuable wind measurement data. The Measurement Monitoring System (MMS) was developed in-house by BBB engineers and has several benefits for the clients. The solution enables web-based, location-independent access to real-time wind measurement… Read more »

GDF SUEZ, VINCI and AREVA join forces to develop France’s offshore wind industry

GDF SUEZ, VINCI and AREVA have signed a partnership agreement to build up a competitive, sustainable offshore wind industry which will bring jobs. The alliance has been formed to allow the groups to reply jointly to the call for tenders announced by the French President of the Republic in January 2011. The government is targeting… Read more »

Iberdrola Renewables Funds Wind Technician Training in Ohio

Iberdrola Renewables, the world’s leading provider of wind power, today announced a donation of $150,000 to Vantage Career Center in Van Wert, Ohio, on the occasion of Vantage’s 35th anniversary. Vantage broke ground on an expansion and renovation project that will include a new program to train renewable energy technicians. Iberdrola Renewables is currently building… Read more »

Ammonit presents its new data logger Meteo-40 at Windpower 2011 in Anaheim

Ammonit presents the new data logger series Meteo-40 life at Windpower 2011 booth #5027a. With Meteo-40 the leading wind measurement expert Ammonit meets the high standards of MEASNET site assessment norm and sets a new benchmark in wind measurement. Thanks to intelligent data signature Meteo-40 prevents data manipulation. Thus it is the first data logger… Read more »

Wind Energy Update – Novel solutions to hit the market in 12-24 months

With 20-25% of an offshore wind farm’s capital expenditure sunk into its foundations, offshore wind foundation costs threaten to explode as offshore wind farms move into deeper waters, further from shore. The logistical challenge and its anticipated cost have galvanized designers, developers, and government-backed agencies to reset the thinking on subsea foundation design. But the… Read more »

The gloom of winter has well and truly passed

The gloom of winter has well and truly passed, but you won’t find us at PES heading off to the coast for our summer break just yet, for this is our busiest time of year. And it seems, from the feedback we receive from you, it’s also a very productive quarter for the wind industry in general. Of… Read more »

Capitalising on the ever-growing worldwide PV market

Andy Tuan was recently appointed General Manager of PV in Asia for Air Products, to enhance customer engagement and emphasise the company’s growing commitment to facilitate strong growth in the region. Here, PES speaks to Andy about the company and how its local operations dovetail into a global strategy. PES: Welcome back to PES. When… Read more »

Onshore foundations – with a turnkey responsibility

One of the industry’s most recognisable and trusted companies, Peikko Group has built its name on innovation and service. We caught-up with Markku Koponen, Director, Energy Industry, for the inside-track on the firm’s seemingly boundless endeavours. PES: Welcome to PES. Could you begin by telling us what your company does, when and how it was established and a little… Read more »

Condition Based Maintenance and Renewable Farm Management for Wind Farms by Critical Software

Critical Software will take part in the 6th annual SKF Wind Farm Management Conference in Barcelona, Spain, May 11-12 2011. Through its solutions for Renewable Farm Management (csEMS) and Wind Farm Condition Based Maintenance (PRODDIA), Critical Software enables its clients to reduce costs and improve revenue and profitability. The SKF Conference will bring together energy… Read more »

Peikko And Enercon To Expand Their Cooperation

Peikko has agreed with ENERCON, a company specializing in wind turbine manufacturing, to deliver large quantities of connector items to wind turbine precast concrete towers. ENERCON is one of the leading wind turbine manufacturers and has more than 17.000 installed wind turbines in more than 30 countries. ENERCON is currently also one of the world’s… Read more »

Northwest wind power to double but inconsistency creates grid nightmare

Northwest wind farm output could more than double by 2025 as utilities and wind developers meet renewable power mandates in the region and for California, according to estimates by staff at the Northwest Power and Conservation Council. The wind boom under way now will probably slacken in the short run as utilities meet early state… Read more »

DNV is appointed as CVA for Cape Wind

DNV is appointed as the Certified Verification Agent (CVA) for the Cape Wind Project, the first offshore wind farm to be built in the US. The role of DNV as CVA is to conduct third-party design reviews, inspections and other verification activities. US regulations require that offshore wind developers submit a Construction and Operations Plan… Read more »

SGS to Present its Renewable Energy Services in its First Attendance at Offshore Wind China 2011 in Shanghai and Wind Power Asia 2011 in Beijing

From June 15-17, 2011, and from June 22-24, 2011, SGS will be attending both the Offshore Wind China 2011 Conference and Exhibition in Shanghai and Wind Power Asia 2011 in Beijing. Throughout both events, SGS will showcase its wide portfolio of services for the renewable energy sector, including Coating Inspection and Failure Analysis as well… Read more »

Worker health and safety now paramount for North American Wind Farms

Wind Energy Update. The wind industry remains one of the fastest growing forms of non-traditional electricity generation in North America and finished last year with a total of 40,180 MW of installed capacity, with a further 5,600 MW of new wind projects under construction. But while this sustained growth in new installations continues a new challenge is… Read more »

Press Release’s from Wind Energy Update

Offshore safety professionals have acknowledged that there is a requirement for wind-specific regulations to prevent accidents when developing farshore wind installations. Many offshore safety experts are of the opinion that the rapid increase in farshore installations is going to push existing regulations, many of which originated from the oil and gas sector, to the limit…. Read more »

Opening of the Offshore Wind Farm Baltic 1

Chancellor Angela Merkel shall officially open the first commercial offshore wind farm, Baltic 1. The project with 21 wind turbines and an installed capacity of approximately 50 Megawatt has been developed since 2002 by the Bremen-based wpd group in cooperation with its partner, Wind-Project, based in Börgerende, near Rostock. After wpd took over the shares… Read more »

Dow Participates at Windpower 2011

Dow provides a myriad of solutions to those in the alternative energy industry hoping to capture the power of the wind. Three business units from The Dow Chemical Company will be exhibiting at Windpower 2011, May 22-25 in Anaheim, California. Dow Wire & Cable, with six decades of experience and expertise in the energy industry,… Read more »

SGS to Showcase its Services in New Delhi, India at POWER-GEN India & Central Asia 2011

SGS is pleased to announce that it will be participating in the POWER-GEN India & Central Asia 2011 in Pragati Maiden, New Delhi, India from May 5-7, 2011. Throughout the entire event, SGS will present a wide range of the services it offers to the power and nuclear industry at stand no. 1250A in Hall… Read more »

Goldwind integrates China’s first high-altitude wind turbine into power grid

Xinjiang Goldwind Science and Technology Company, China’s leading wind turbine manufacturer, has integrated the country’s first 1.5-megawatt direct-drive permanent magnetic wind turbine for high-altitude areas into the country’s power grid, the company said Thursday in Beijing. This wind turbine has been installed on a pilot wind farm for high-altitude facilities on Xitie Mountain, located in… Read more »

Transition Piece Crosses the River

Today will see a major step forward in the development of a unique course in Great Yarmouth for the fast growing offshore wind energy sector. A full scale offshore windfarm turbine foundation will be making its way by road across the town to be installed at its new base on Trinity Quay, home of East… Read more »

Siemens Plays Vital Role In Monitoring The Worlds Largest Offshore Wind Farm

Greater Gabbard Offshore Wind Farm is under construction on sandbanks approximately 25 km off the coast of Suffolk in the UK and is due for completion in 2012. It has a capacity of 500 megawatts (MW) making it the world’s largest offshore wind farm once it becomes operational and Siemens Energy is supplying the 140… Read more »

wpd and Boreas to Conclude a Contract on 32 Vestas Wind Turbine Generators

In cooperation with its partner, Boreas, the wind power planner and operator wpd has concluded a bulk order on 32 wind turbine generators with Vestas. The contract was signed within the framework of the Hannover Messe International last week on the backdrop of a major project in Thuringia, for which the companies acquired a total… Read more »