In this episode, Allen and Joel speak with Tom Brady, CTO of SkySpecs, to discuss the challenges and solutions in managing multiple data sources in wind farm operations. Brady explores how SkySpecs is revolutionizing wind turbine maintenance through integrated data analytics, advanced drone technology, and AI-driven decision-making tools, while sha…

This week we discuss Flender’s adjustable rotor shaft assembly, designed to mitigate gear misalignment issues. Then Dolfines’ innovative solution for onsite repairs of floating wind platforms using a telescoping crane. Finally, we highlight Goodyear’s fun and practical glow-in-the-dark tires, which can help locate your vehicle in the dark and add a…

In this episode, the hosts discuss GE Vernova’s financial results and blade issues, and announce the Wind Energy O&M Australia Conference. They also touch on innovative wind turbine recycling projects and the latest in safety equipment for wind technicians. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. Thi…

In this episode, we discuss Ocean Winds and Electrobras’ new partnership to develop offshore wind projects in Brazil, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ strategic alliance with Stiesdal Offshore, and Venterra Group’s acquisition of Oceanscan to strengthen offshore wind services. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all thin…

In this Uptime Spotlight, Joel Saxum discusses the C1 Wedge Connection with Managing Director of C1 Connections, Jasper Winkes. They explore how this innovative wind turbine foundation interface addresses challenges in the expanding offshore wind industry, especially for larger turbines. The design benefits include structural enhancements, faster i…

This week on Power-Up, Allen and Phil discuss Bachmann’s turbine monitoring system that combines vibration and acoustic sensing, Blade Robot’s innovative drone delivered LEP robot, and a vest that allows you to carry your pets with you. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsore…

This episode Allen and Phil examine China’s move to end its domestic wind turbine price war and its global market implications. They discuss Germany’s countermeasures and the complexities of international manufacturing in the U.S. wind industry. Additionally, they highlight an innovative bolt tensioning system featured in PES Wind Magazine, showcas…

In this week’s News Flash, Allen and Phil discuss Xcel Energy adding 4.2 GW of clean energy to the US Midwest, The European Investment Bank’s partnership with Intesa Sanpaolo to unlock up to €8 Billion for clean energy, and Empire Energy and The Herrick Corporation’s partnership to form an offshore wind venture. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, ou…

This episode Allen and Joel speak with Bill Slatter, CEO of Eleven-I, about their innovative blade monitoring technology. Eleven-I’s sensors provide real-time data to detect and prevent blade damage, potentially reducing maintenance costs and improving turbine efficiency. Gain insights into the challenges of wind blade lifetimes, the importance of …

This week on Uptime Power-Up, an idea from Takkion for re-boring the gearbox and adding an insert without needing cranes and a method from Alliance for Sustainable Energy for a fillable wind turbine blade. Plus a way to rest your head while standing up. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This ep…

Renew Holdings purchases Full Circle for £50M, following the UK decision lift restrictions on offshore wind. BlackRock's holding of voting rights and share in Vestas has increased to 7.59%. And EQT has acquired renewable developer OX2 for $1.58 Billion.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This epi…

This episode explores the recent acquisition of a stake in Ørsted by Equinor, discussing its implications for the renewable energy sector. We delve into the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism and its potential impact on wind turbine prices. Additionally, we examine Form Energy's latest funding round and the challenges of scaling up new energy …

We talk to CEO Simone Massaro about how BaxEnergy is revolutionizing renewable energy management. Their groundbreaking software solutions that are making clean energy more efficient and accessible. And the company's recent acquisition by Yokogawa Electric Corporation will open doors for making their solutions better and more widespread. Sign up now…

This week, Siemens Gamesa's idea which protects delicate items on the blade while doing lifts, Integrated Power Services' replaceable yaw break sleeve, and a new way to keep ants away from your picnic. 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. …

This week we go on a deep dive on offshore wind in the US--what's the status of projects that have been approved? Why do approvals for new sites seem to be slowing down? Is there enough manufacturing capacity to meet the transition goals? What can be done to boost wind energy growth?Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all t…

This week on News Flash, the hosts discuss Macquarie Asset Management's acquisition of Ziton, a Denmark based provider of operations and maintenance services to the offshore industry. Also, Octopus Energy solidifies its entry into the US renewables market with an investment to create 600 megawatts of new solar farms in the U. S. And Berkshire Hatha…

Allen and Joel sit down with Jonathan Zalar, Managing Partner at Independent Wind Turbine Generator Consulting (IWTG). With over a decade of experience at GE Renewable Energy, Jonathan shares invaluable insights on recent wind turbine issues, including blade defects, bearing problems, and the challenges of rapid rotor size increases. This is a must…

This week on Uptime Power-Up, we discuss Siemens Gamesa's unique leading edge protection solution which uses a shock absorbing cavity for added cushion. Then Vestas' Utopus Insights patent that uses vibration monitoring to determine turbine health. And finally, a diaper for your bird, which Joel may be in the market for.Sign up now for Uptime Tech …

Allen Hall, Rosemary Barnes, Philip Totaro, and Joel Saxum discuss the evolution of wind turbine blade inspections, from external drones to internal rovers. They debate the potential of AI in predicting damage progression and managing repair priorities, with Rosemary emphasizing the complexity of crack propagation in composites. Joel highlights Top…

Macquarie Asset Management invest $1. 7 billion in D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments, which operates over 6 gigawatts. Chinese wind turbine manufacturer Sany is preparing to establish a production facility in Europe by 2026. GCM Grosvenor has acquired a 25% stake in the 845 megawatt Shepherds Flat Wind Farm in Oregon. Sign up now for Uptime Tech New…

Allen Hall and Joel Saxum visit Gulf Wind Technology in New Orleans, where they sit down with CEO James Martin and CTO David King to explore the company's innovative work in wind turbine technology. The conversation delves into Gulf Wind's unique facility, their approach to solving industry challenges, and their role in developing wind energy solut…

First up, Aerodyn Consulting's patent for a single point mooring system with dual wind turbines. This concept is only being utilized by MingYang for their OceanX wind turbine so far, but it's promising. Then Newtech Group's method for connecting modular wind turbine blades, which could make the concept more viable. Finally, a method for keeping you…

Allen, Joel, and Phil dissect GE Vernova's restructuring of its offshore wind operations, potentially cutting 900 jobs globally. What will be the implications for the US and international wind energy markets? They also share key insights from the Sandia Blades Workshop, emphasizing the importance of prescriptive operations and digitizing tribal kno…

BP has decided to sell its onshore wind business in the US, aligning with the company's return focusing on oil and gas. GE Vernova has partnered with Italian company Lizard Renewables to develop over a gigawatt of renewable power in Italy. Engie has added Ares Management as a partner in a 2.7 gigawatt portfolio in North America. Sign up now for Upt…

Allen and Joel speak with Frank Martinez, Talent Acquisition Specialist and Veterans Ambassador for Pearce Renewables. With 32 years of distinguished U.S. Army service and 13 years at Pearce, Frank shares invaluable insights on creating pathways for veterans in the renewable sector. Pearce is leveraging veterans' unique skillsets and fostering a su…

This week, Allen and Phil discuss NextEra's Inventus Holdings patent to increase the longevity of cable bundles on wind turbines. And Mitsubishi Heavy Industry's system for measuring lightning current on a wind turbine blade. Plus a groundbreaking method for swinging on a swing...Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all thin…

GE Vernova's CEO, Scott Straszak, announced at a conference that the company is on schedule to lose about $300 million in Q3. It seems the blade failures at Dogger Bank and Vineyard Wind are resulting in a big chunk of these losses. And many European companies have decided to leave Vietnam due to the country's relationship to China.Register to atte…

Doosan is localizing production of 10 MW wind turbines in Korea, aiming to increase the localization rate of components to 70 percent by next year. IPS has acquired the assets of ABB Industrial Services Business Unit. And Dongtam Group invests 200 million in a wind power equipment factory in Vietnam. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly ema…

This week we discuss Vestas' system to determine the quality of wind turbine blades before recycling and Siemens Gamesa's noise reduction idea. Then Crosswind's blade pitching system to increase wake mixing and a seemingly common to patch a hole in the wall. Visit https://www.intelstor.com/ to inquire about their IP Prism services!Sign up now for U…

Allen and Joel speak to Bryant Bertrand, CEO and co-founder of Ronin, to discuss their innovative power ascenders used in the wind industry. Ronin's technology makes turbine climbs faster, safer, and less physically demanding for technicians, potentially transforming maintenance operations. Their products are designed with the technician in mind, f…

The Uptime team does a deep dive on the Mingyang Ocean X offshore turbine, exploring it's engineering features and possible effect on the offshore wind turbine market. Plus, you can wind two free NASCAR VIP tickets with Kyle Weatherman by entering at https://weatherguardwind.com/contest/!Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on …

This week, Allen, Joel and Phil discuss RES acquiring drone inspection company Sulzer Schmid, EDF Renewables entering the Korean offshore market, and Equinor's choice to downsize their renewables division. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Te…

Allen Hall and Joel Saxum discuss the critical issue of failed blade bolt inserts with Edo Kuipers of We4Ce. Edo explains the problem, its widespread impact on the wind energy sector, and introduces We4Ce's innovative solution - an upgraded blade bolt insert that can be retrofitted in the field, potentially saving operators significant downtime and…

This week Allen and Phil discuss Siemens Gamesa's accordion nacelle idea, Vestas's innovative yaw control system, LM Windpower's LEP install tool, and a helpful beach relaxation invention. Visit https://www.intelstor.com/ to learn more about their IP Prism services.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technol…

Joel and Phil dive in to liquidated damages and how the industry can avoid big payouts. GE Vernova is dealing with another offshore blade failure in the UK, and our thoughts on the latest renewable energy Instagram craze. And, a discussion on a very full eagle! If you have encountered metal staples in a GE 2.X-116 or 127 blades, reach out to Joel a…

Norges Bank Investment Management has committed $1 Billion CIP's C IV renewables fund. Fortis Energy and PowerChina have agreed to collaborate on developing 850 MW of wind and solar in Serbia and southeast Europe. Evren, a renewable platform by Brookfield and Axis Energy, will invest $5 billion for renewables in Andhra Pradesh, India. Sign up now f…

This week on Power-Up, we discuss Ventus Engineering's monitoring system which improves power production, GE's system for finding broken blade heating systems, and Vestas's lifetime extension strategy. Plus an interesting approach to diet control...Check out IntelStor's IP Prism offering and more!Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email u…

The Uptime team participated in Active Training Team's (ATT) Thrive USA program launch, showcasing their revolutionary approach to safety training. Allen and Joel discuss ATT with Dermot Kerrigan, the company's director. Their immersive actor-led scenarios are transforming safety culture through emotional engagement, de-escalation tools, and a focu…

This week the Uptime crew looks at Ørsted's current financial state, reviewing recent difficulties and the pathway forward. What factor have offshore cancellations played? Is the American offshore environment too difficult? Will they source Chinese turbines? Who are their competitors? And our wind farm of the week is Cedar Springs Wind Farm in Wyom…

This week Allen, Phil, and Joel discuss Ramboll's acquisiton of K2 Management, Sumitomo Corporation's acquired stake in EEW Offshore Wind Holding, and Aurora Energy Services acqusition of Altitech Blade Services.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightn…

Welcome to Uptime Power-Up, our new show focused on the latest and greatest wind innovations that push the industry forward! This week, Allen and Phil explore FabricAir's system installation tool, Itrec's offshore wind blade lifting method, Beridi Maritime's floating wind structure, and a new way to enjoy your favorite summer treat. To learn about …

Holly Brown and Nathan Killeen from Hatch join the show to discuss how the company is tackling some of the most difficult energy issues. Their team works to bring renewable energy to remote areas, often working with First Nation's communities to create an energy system that works for them. Engineers with a global focus, the Hatch team helps to crea…

As the number of wind turbines increases, the spare parts business has room to grow. But would third-party blade replacement options be technically or financially possible? Plus a review of Vestas' quarter 2 financial call...the company posted a net loss of 156 million euros, widening from a 115 million euro loss from the same period last year. Vis…

Blackstone has acquired a majority stake in Westwood Professional Services. Corio Generation signed a memorandum of understanding with Brazilian shipyard EBR to explore offshore wind in Brazil. AGL Energy has acquired Firm Power and Terrain Solar for $250 million Australian. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wi…

A lawsuit has been unfolding between the Osage Nation and Enel since 2010, potentially ending with Enel dismantling their 150 MW wind farm. What can wind developers learn from this? How can they avoid these situations moving forward? Expert Doug Sandridge explains the intricacies of Native land rights in the US and why understanding those rights is…

Allen, Phil, and Joel dissect Siemens Gamesa's latest financial woes, including their shocking 54 MW onshore wind order intake. The trio debates the company's bold claim of competing with Chinese manufacturers on quality, not price. Plus, they explore the ripple effects of Chinese wind turbines potentially entering European markets, from Italy to G…

Suzlon Energy will acquire a 76% stake in Renom Energy Services for $79 million. Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp has announced the sale of its non-hydro renewables business to LS Power. Haizea Wind Group has secured a €35 million green loan from the European Investment Bank. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things w…

Allen and Joel catch up with Will Friedl, CEO and co-founder of Prometheus Wind, based in Colorado. The company has been growing rapidly in the industry, conducting maintenance, blade repairs and more. Will discusses his experience as a business owner in the wind industry and the lessons he has learned along the way. To learn more, visit https://ww…

BOEM has cancelled its Gulf of Mexico offshore wind lease auction due to lack of interest. We explore why companies are hesitant to put turbines in the gulf, examining challenges and opportunities for wind projects in Texas and Louisiana from both financial and technical perspectives. Phil and Rosemary discuss downwind turbine designs for hurricane…

Acciona has identified around 6 GW of its global capacity for potential sale. Invenergy has partnered with Patria Investments to acquire a portfolio of wind power complexes in Brazil. Arclight Capital Partners has launched SkyVest Renewables, a new renewables initiative which has already acquired a 160 MW wind farm in Texas. Repsol is in talks to a…