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The future of growth and investment in Europe’s wind energy sector
In the quest for sustainability, the EU faces mounting pressure to cut carbon emissions and embrace clean energy solutions. Despite challenges like the pandemic, wind energy stands out as a reliable and expanding sector. With a projected 4% increase in usage and over 129 GW of new turbines by 2027, wind energy is a key… Read more »
Breaking new ground
In a conversation with Aaron Dupuis, Director of Marketing at Phazebreak Coatings, we delve into the innovative solutions the company is offering to revolutionize renewable energy. With a focus on both cold and warm climate challenges, Phazebreak’s products are not only enhancing the performance of wind turbines in icy conditions but also venturing into the… Read more »
Thinking outside the box, what’s next?
To help the wind industry excel in the current energy market, we need to provide the proper protection to these vital systems, ensuring they have the longevity to make renewable energy truly sustainable.We can use new materials, build taller turbines, increase blade lengths and enhance the generators for greater outputs, but longevity of assets still… Read more »
Embracing the winds of change: five future scenarios
As we leapfrog into the 21st century’s roaring twenties, the riddle of renewable energy solutions looms larger than ever. At 4cast, we see the future through a lens of innovation, progress, and sustainable transformation. Today, we invite you to embark on an exploration through five distinct future scenarios, each depicting a world reshaped by machine… Read more »
New methods of grid integration testing
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 converter-driven grid. Offshore grids face complexity and new requirements, necessitating innovative testing approaches. Fraunhofer IWES is… Read more »
Effects of wind veer on turbine performance
As rotor diameters and hub heights of wind turbines continue to increase, it is common for turbines to experience significant changes in wind direction with height across the rotor plane. With more remote sensing devices being deployed, it is becoming easier to directly observe and quantify these high veer conditions. However, the direct impact of… Read more »
Achieving efficiency and control in wind operations
Maintaining consistent and effective power production continues to be a significant hurdle for those managing wind assets. The combination of older equipment, a lack of qualified personnel across the industry, supply chain pressures, rising costs due to inflation, and expanding wind energy projects puts a heavy burden on even the most seasoned operators to stay… Read more »
Energy security: a modern imperative
In the constantly changing world of energy, the idea of energy security has emerged as a critical foundation for both national and international stability. At PES Wind, we explore the complex aspects of energy security, looking into its importance, the obstacles it faces, and how renewable resources, especially wind energy, play a pivotal role in… Read more »
Capitalising on under-the-radar investment opportunities
As the global energy landscape continues to transition from fossil fuels towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, the growth and innovation in the renewable energy sector are set to open a myriad of new and promising avenues for investments. And there are many long-term opportunities to take advantage of if you know where to… Read more »
The next step for offshore wind and what it will take to get there
The global energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as the demand for clean, renewable energy sources continues to grow. Wind power, in particular, is playing a pivotal role in this transition. Floating offshore wind is a promising technology that holds significant importance in the renewable energy sector.
