Protecting GE 2.X Blades from lightning damage
GE 2.X blades are experiencing excessive lightning damage. We know why this is happening, and we detailed the issues in a recent article in …
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How to upgrade your blades against lightning
Podcasts and magazines are different types of news sources – and both are desperately needed in this time of rapid change. Having 300,000+ YouTube subscribers and 250,000+ podcast downloads were not our goals when we started the podcast; connecting with other industry experts was our mission. This article goes behind the scenes with both the podcast and the magazine.
Improved Monitoring for Better Lightning protection of Wind Turbines
Will more monitoring lead to better lightning protection of wind turbines? Well, monitoring for the right things could certainly help. This article provides practical steps that owners can take now to get data they can act on and better protect their assets.
How Active is Active Pitch Control for Wind Turbines?
In this episode of Uptime, Joel Saxum and Allen Hall sit down with the CEO of AC883, Lars Bendsen. AC883, a Canadian ISP specializing …
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Live From CanREA – Renewables Go Big In Canada At ETC23!
Last week, Allen and Joel attended Electricity Transformation Canada 2023 in chilly Calgary! Bundle up as the guys discuss the latest innovations in wind, …
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News Flash: Major Financing Deals and Acquisitions Highlight Growth and Consolidation in U.S. Wind Industry
This news flash covers major renewable energy project financing deals and acquisitions in the wind industry. Key points include Avangrid and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners …
CanREA Conference, New York Nixes Offshore, Siemens Gamesa Restructuring, Italy-Greece Interconnectors, Fairbanks Wind Park
Allen and Joel are preparing for their trip to a Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) Electricity Transformation Canada 2023! It’s going to be a …
Billion Dollar Investments in UK and Brazil Renewables – Key Takeaways for the Wind Industry
We discuss major investments in offshore wind projects in the UK and Brazil by Marubeni and TotalEnergies, highlighting the opportunities in these growing markets. …
News Flash: Siemens Energy Cash Crunch and Supply Chain Worries
Phil Totaro, Joel Saxum and Allen Hall discuss the latest Reuters news article regarding Siemens Gamesa shuttering sales offices and factories. What are the …
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TPI Blade Repairs, Colorful Towers Repel Bugs, Robin Radar Systems, Blaest Test Center Expands, Arbuckle Mountain Wind Farm
The latest Uptime Wind Energy podcast investigates ingenious systems tracking bird behavior near turbines. Hosts Allen Hall, Joel Saxum, Phil Totaro, and blade expert …