The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast

The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast


Latest Episodes

Assessing Wind Turbine Foundations for Repowering Longevity
September 28, 2023

The growth of the US wind industry has led to new challenges for wind turbine foundations, an often overlooked but critical component. ONYX Insight's Ian Prowell, a structural engineer with extensive

Siemens Gamesa Undertesting, Jones Act Craziness, Fibersail, Underwater Robots, Baltic Eagle Offshore Wind Farm 
September 27, 2023

Start your engines for an electrifying episode exploring the fast-paced world of wind power! From cheering on an Uptime-sponsored race car to tracing troubles with turbine technology, we'll navigate h

News Flash: Endesa Selling Minority Stake, Brazil’s Petrobras Invests Heavily in Renewables
September 25, 2023

Spanish utility Endesa is looking to sell a minority stake in a 2GW renewable energy portfolio to raise funds for new projects. Petrobras, Brazil's state-run oil company, unveiled plans to become the

Battling Blade Icing with Phazebreak Coatings
September 21, 2023

This Uptime Wind Energy Podcast interview features host Allen Hall speaking with Aaron Dupuis, Director of Marketing at Phazebreak Coatings, about their ice phobic coating called Neinice that helps pr

Turbulence in the Wind Industry: PPA Renegotiations, Turbine Collapse, and Lidar Advancements
September 19, 2023

In Allen's part of the USA, an escaped emu that was on the loose! We then discuss an investigation into a wind turbine collapse at the Akmene wind farm in Lithuania, which was caused by a malfunctioni

Lifting Wind: How Barnhart Cranes Enables the Wind Industry
September 14, 2023

The wind industry relies on heavy lift cranes and transportation equipment to construct and maintain massive turbines. Our guest today is Brian Thomas, Vice President of Business Development at Barnha

Canadian Wind Turbine Impasse, Eleven-I CMS, US Funds Flow Batteries
September 12, 2023

In the picturesque landscape of Prince Edward Island, Canada, a growing problem has emerged involving 10 Acciona turbines, installed back in 2014. These once-reliable turbines now have significant mai

Uptime News Flash: FuturEnergy Partners with Greencoat, Octopus Energy invests in Deep Wind Offshore, EGCO alliance with Apex
September 11, 2023

The renewable energy business is heating up around the world! Greatcoat Renewables builds a long-term strategic agreement with FuturEnergy Ireland with an expected investment of 1B! Octopus Energy i

AeroVista: How To Avoid Costly Leading Edge Repairs with PowerCurve
September 07, 2023

Not all instances of leading edge erosion and blade surface damage warrant immediate attention. Nevertheless, many operators and owners tend to overspend on repairs that may not significantly enhance

Orsted Slowed by US Offshore Wind Projects, Lackluster Gulf of Mexico Auction
September 05, 2023

Major offshore wind developer rsted's ambitious U.S. projects are being battered by a perfect storm of supply chain breakdowns, soaring interest rates, and evaporating tax credits. The dire situation