Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
As innovations drive down costs in wind turbine components, foundation expenses rise. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory predicts Balance of System costs to soar, posing a challenge. The solution lies in reimagining foundation design. Current methods fall short, risking structural integrity. A...
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Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
Winds of change are gusting in the field of wind energy. Driven by advancing technologies and unprecedented policy momentum globally, wind is poised for significant growth in 2024. As wind energy development accelerates, the need for accurate and reliable wind resource data is greater than ever. Sin...
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Wind, Talking Point, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
From enhancing safety and reliability to streamlining operations and optimizing maintenance, the advantages of dry-mounted wave radars in wind energy are poised to revolutionize the industry. Miros explores the intricacies of this transition and the impact it could make on the future of offshore win...
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Wind, PES Essential, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
In the world of renewable energy, the wind sector uniquely embodies both swift innovation and expansive growth. Technological breakthroughs elevate turbines to new heights and capacities, while billions in investment circulate through numerous transactions, establishing this field as a vibrant catal...
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Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
With offshore wind projects in the US facing logistical challenges due to the Jones Act, William Cline and Nicklas Berg, Senior Fuel Suppliers and Team Leaders at Dan-Bunkering, explain how the company is addressing these hurdles, streamlining operations and enhancing cost-effectiveness. From mitiga...
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Wind, Ask the Experts, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
In the realm of wind energy, downtime is the nemesis of productivity. Maintenance audits act as the first line of defense against unexpected breakdowns, minimizing downtime and averting the need for unplanned repairs. By addressing issues preemptively, audits keep turbines spinning steadily, maximiz...
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Wind, Think Tank, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
Offshore wind energy's expansion demands high-voltage transmission systems, creating together with the offshore wind farms converter-driven grids. The electrical challenges require validated electrical models in a higher frequency range and advanced validation methods for the stability studies in a ...
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Wind, Talking Point, Exclusive Articles — 10 March, 2024
Mooring hook up and tensioning are critical factors for the success of all Floating Offshore Wind (FOW) projects. For commercial-scale projects to meet delivery goals, developers will need to install floating foundations offshore as quickly, and as safely, as possible. In some instances, the aim is ...
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