Best BP Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Vineyard Wind GE Blade Failure, Mechanix Wear TRAC Program

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A blade has failed at the Vineyard Wind Farm off the coast of Nantucket–what will the fallout be? How is GE responding? Will this effect the US Presidential Election? Plus a warning about electrostatic eliminators and mid-blade lightning protection: they don’t work. And Mechanix Wear’s TRAC (Trial Research and Collaboration Kit) program offers on-s…

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Siemens Gamesa €1.2 Billion Credit, Masdar Acquires Stake in Endesa, Leeward Renewable Energy Receieves Financing

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Siemens Gamesa has received a €1.2 billion line of ‘green’ guarantees from the Spanish government along with a group of major banks. Masdar is finalizing a deal with Endesa to acquire a 49 percent stake in their 2, 000 megawatt renewable energy portfolio. Leeward Renewable Energy has secured $1.25 billion in financing for its construction warehouse…

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Harry Blotter - Nightime Psy & Forest Set @ Talk Thirty 2 Me (Rubix Warehouse) July 2024 1:00:50

1d ago1:00:50

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Hey guys, Here is my set from "Talk Thirty 2 Me", an awesome Bday gathering at Rubix Warehouse in Melbourne.With a newly installed sound system, Rubix sounded awesome.All the artists absolutely killed it delivering a masterclass of Psychedelic sounds. My set kicked off at 150bpm with bunch of Nightime Psy & Forest tracks from artists like Braingine…

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HeliService USA: Efficient Offshore Wind Transportation 36:57

40m ago36:57

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Allen and Joel speak with Michael Tosi, founder and CEO of HeliService USA, which is providing helicopter transportation for the offshore wind industry. HeliService USA provides efficient, safe, and environmentally-friendly transport for technicians and equipment to offshore wind farms, providing an advantage over marine vessels. With the highest s…

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Drone Scandal Exposes Wind Energy’s China Crisis 40:06

1h ago40:06

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Chinese-made drones disguised as wind turbine parts were intercepted in Italy, sparking debate on China’s role in the global wind energy market. Allen, Phil, and Joel explore how European manufacturers like Vestas and Siemens Gamesa can compete against subsidized Chinese firms such as Goldwind and Mingyang. Do EU protectionist policies address Chin…

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Vestas Stops Turkey Production, Avangrid Sells Kitty Hawk North, LS Greenlink Virginia Facility

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Vestas in Turkey has suspended their generator factory project and blade production in the country after loosened locality requirements for wind. Avangrid has sold its Kitty Hawk North offshore lease to Dominion Energy for $160 million. LS Greenlink invests $681 million in a Virginia factory, creating 330 full time jobs. Sign up now for Uptime Tech…

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DSPTCH: Revolutionizing Wind Farm Management 21:00

4d ago21:00

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Allen Hall and Joel Saxum interview Alex Jones, co-founder of DSPTCH, about the app’s evolution from a wind farm locator to a comprehensive operations management and IRA compliance tool for renewable energy. They discuss new features, prevailing wage and apprenticeship tracking, industry adoption, and how DSPTCH improves efficiency and safety in wi…

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Producing High-End Digital Ads on a Budget 52:21

4d ago52:21

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Welcome to another episode of Between Two Pixels! In this episode, we dive into the art of Producing High-End Digital Ads on a Budget with a special focus on our series "Bad Healthcare," where we humorously explore some of the most outrageous healthcare experiences from real people. Between Two Pixels is brought to you by Between Pixels, a video pr…

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GE Vernova Lawsuits, BP Renewables, Maersk Supply Service Acquired 31:38

4d ago31:38

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GE Vernova is suing SKF USA for $386 million over failing bearings, and American Electric Power (AEP) is suing GE Vernova for wind turbine failures. WUPROHYD is looking to combine wave, solar, and wind power generation into a single floating structure, potentially revolutionizing offshore renewable energy production. BP’s CEO is moving company focu…

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Siemens 10,000 New Hires, GE Vernova Norway Turbine, Invenergy and Patria Investimentos Acquire Brazilian Portfolio 11:15

5d ago11:15

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Siemens Energy has announced plans to hire 10,000 new employees over the next six years as part of a $1.3 billion investment to boost its grid technologies business. GE Vernova has received approximately $30 million in funding from the Norwegian state agency Enova to build a prototype 15.5 MW offshore wind turbine. Invenergy and Patria Investimento…

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BuildTurbines.com: A Resource for Wind Energy Careers 14:47

9d ago14:47

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Buildturbines.com is a resource for people joining the wind energy industry, from technicians to sales and marketing. The website includes career path information with experience and certifications needed as well as salary ranges. With in-depth articles and a training school location map, buildturbines.com is what you need to get started on your ne…

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Siemens Gamesa Expands Offshore, Nuclear Power Debate, Wisconsin Wind Farm Opposition 43:17

11d ago43:17

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We made buildturbines.com to help people join the wind industry! In the news, Siemens Gamesa has received certification for their 15 megawatt SG14 236DD offshore wind turbine, 63 of which will be used offshore in the German Baltic Sea. They are also expanding a blade facility in Aalborg, Denmark. We discuss Bill Gates’ TerraPower nuclear project in…

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Masdar Acquires Terna, Nissens Moves Production Out of EU, JSW Steel Upgrades Texas Facility 8:05

22d ago8:05

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Masdar acquires Greece's Terna Energy for 2.4 billion euros, eyeing further European renewable energy investments. Nissens Cooling Solutions relocates production from Europe to Eastern Europe and China due to economic pressures, highlighting EU industry challenges. JSW Steel USA invests $110 million in Texas facilities to support U.S. offshore wind…

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R&D Test Systems: Digital Twins for Wind Turbine Testing 26:09

25d ago26:09

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Allen Hall and Joel Saxum interview Dr. Elif Ecem Bas, a PhD project engineer at R&D Test Systems in Denmark. Dr. Bas discusses how R&D Test Systems is leveraging digital twin technologies and hybrid testing to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of testing wind turbine components, particularly pitch bearings. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News,…

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Sinonus Blade Batteries, G+ Safety Report, ATT’s Immersive Safety Training

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This week we discuss Sinonus' innovative approach to using wind turbine blades for energy storage and the G+ Global Offshore Wind Health and Safety Organization's report on safety incidents. Allen and Joel discuss Active Training Team's (ATT) immersive safety training methods, featured in PES Wind Magazine. We also highlight Mississippi's first uti…

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Denmark Supports Vestas’ Australian Project, TPI Sells Auto Business, Nabrawind and LiftWerx Receive Investment 13:36

23d ago13:36

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TPI Composites sells its automotive business, Fortescue invests in Nabrawind's innovative wind turbine technology, LiftWerx receives a majority equity investment from TowerBrook Capital Partners, and Denmark's Export and Investment Fund supports Vestas' involvement in Australia's Golden Plains Wind Farm.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly …

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Localizing Offshore Wind: Insights from KIMAenergy’s Maya Malik 38:00

25d ago38:00

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Maya Malik, co-founder of KIMAenergy, joins host Rosie Barnes to discuss local content in offshore wind. Drawing on examples from the UK, Denmark, Japan, Taiwan and Australia, they explore policies to encourage domestic manufacturing. Maya shares insights on the key factors for success, including providing certainty on project volumes, offering inc…

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Cement Decarbonization, EU Election’s Impact on Renewables, Co-Locating Solar and Wind 46:11

27d ago46:11

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Rosemary discusses emerging technologies from companies like Calix and CarbonCure to reduce emissions from cement production. Phil and Joel analyze how the European Parliament election results could impact renewable policies and the growing trend of co-locating wind, solar and battery storage projects. Plus Invenergy's Purple Skies project is the W…

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North Star Funding, $2T Clean Energy Investment, Yokogawa Acquires BaxEnergy 10:27

28d ago10:27

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UK's North Star secures funding for 40 new offshore wind service vessels by 2040. The IEA reports clean energy investment will hit $2 trillion in 2024, though challenges remain in developing economies. Yokogawa acquires BaxEnergy and Lotus Infrastructure Partners acquires PNE AG's U.S. renewable business.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly…

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Replacing College Textbooks with Video 47:07

1M ago47:07

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In this episode, "Replacing College Textbooks with Video" we will dive deep into the future of ed tech and the innovative ways learning is evolving! In this episode, we chat with Phil Laney from Blended Teaching and discuss the exciting topic of replacing traditional college textbooks with video learning. Join us as we discuss how Blended Teaching …

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EmpathCMS: Fast, Non-Invasive Fault Detection for Wind Turbines 31:38

1M ago31:38

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Allen Hall interviews Dr. Howard Penrose, president and founder of MotorDoc LLC, about the groundbreaking EmpathCMS electrical signature analysis system. Dr. Penrose explains how the technology can quickly and non-invasively detect developing faults in wind turbine components like generators, gearboxes, and bearings, helping to optimize maintenance…

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Ørsted Settles in NJ, Vestas Restructures, Belgium Objects to French Offshore Wind Farm

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Ørsted and New Jersey settle their dispute over cancelled offshore wind farms, Belgium objects to a French offshore wind farm near Dunkirk, Vestas merges its technology and manufacturing divisions, a new blade root bushing repair method is patented by We4Ce, and details on NextEra's Hubbard Wind Project in Texas.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, ou…

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Muehlhan’s Endiprev Acquisition, Energy Capital’s $4.4B Fund, FiberLine’s Production Shift 8:19

1M ago8:19

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Muehlhan Wind Service acquires a controlling interest in Portugal's Endiprev to create a global front runner in wind installation and maintenance services. Energy Capital Partners raises over $4.4 billion for its latest fund focused on power generation, renewables, and decarbonization infrastructure. FiberLine Composites is moving all production fr…

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Wind Catching Systems: Offshore Modular Multirotor Technology

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Rosemary interviews Ivar Knutsen, Senior VP of Technical and Supply Chain at Wind Catching Systems, to discuss their innovative floating offshore wind concept. Wind Catching's design features a grid of small wind turbines that benefit from the multirotor effect and enable easier installation and maintenance compared to traditional large offshore tu…

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Blade Platforms: Revolutionizing Blade Repair Access 20:35

1M ago20:35

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In this episode, Petr Bartusek from Blade Platforms discusses how their truck-mounted platforms, capable of safely reaching over 100 meters, are transforming wind turbine blade repair access. With increased speed, skill utilization, and 24-hour shift capabilities, using Blade Platforms minimizes turbine downtime and maximizes efficiency in blade re…

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Siemens Gamesa Cuts Jobs, Wind Worker Shortage, and Wind-Powered Ships 45:48

1M ago45:48

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The team discusses the job cuts at Siemens Gamesa and the challenges of finding skilled wind energy workers in the U.S. They also touch on Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and MOL Drybulk's move to outfit ships with wind propulsion technology from Anemoi Marine Technologies to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly em…

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National Grid Sells US Renewables, Invenergy Enters Spanish Offshore 10:51

1M ago10:51

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Invenergy enters the Spanish offshore wind market with a planned 552 MW floating wind farm. Iberdrola considers selling US renewable assets to fund its Avangrid acquisition. Tata Power secures a major loan to finance clean energy projects in India, while National Grid divests US assets to focus on UK decarbonization.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News…

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STL WindStart: Tackling the Wind Technician Shortage 24:42

2M ago24:42

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Allen Hall and Joel Saxum speak with Brandon McKelvain and Jeremy McKelvain from Safety Technology USA (STL) to discuss their trailblazing WindStart program. They visited STL's impressive training facilities in Abilene, Texas and discovered how the organization is addressing the critical shortage of wind technicians through hands-on, industry-focus…

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A Better Approach for Creative Agency Pricing 48:26

2M ago48:26

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In this episode, "A Better Approach for Creative Agency Pricing" we will dive deep into the challenges and pitfalls of hourly retainers in the creative industry. If you're running or working in a creative agency, this is a must-watch! In this video, we explore: The inherent issues with hourly retainers and how they can negatively impact both client…

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IntelStor Insights into Wind Turbine Blade O&M Costs

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Phil Totaro, CEO of IntelStor, dives deep into the latest trends and data surrounding onshore wind turbine blade operations and maintenance costs. He discusses the strategies and innovations being employed to optimize blade performance, reduce downtime, and drive down costs.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things win…

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Sales vs. Engineering: Tension in Wind Turbine Development

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In this episode, Allen, Joel, Phil, and Rosemary discuss new German legislation to streamline wind permitting, the economics of floating offshore wind in France, and Iberdrola's increased investments in offshore wind. They also delve into how the U.S. Production Tax Credit has impacted wind farm maintenance practices and explore the industry-wide c…

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Siemens Gamesa To Sell India Unit, Iberdrola Acquires Avangrid, Auren Merges with AES Brazil

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Allen Hall, Philip Totaro, and Joel Saxum discuss the sale of Siemens Gamesa's India Wind Turbine unit, Iberdrola's acquisition of remaining Avangrid shares, and Auren Energy's merger with AES Brazil Energy.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning T…

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Monitoring Solutions for Aging Wind Turbines: eologix-Ping 23:05

2M ago23:05

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Allen Hall and Joel Saxum interview Matthew Stead, co-founder of eologix-Ping, about the company's growth, industry challenges, and their innovative sensing solutions for aging wind fleets. They discuss the benefits of eologix-Ping's acoustic sensing, lightning detection, and blade monitoring technologies.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekl…

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Revolutionizing Wind Assessment with First Airborne 23:12

2M ago23:12

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We're joined by Boaz Peled, co-founder and CEO of First Airborne, to discuss their groundbreaking technology that revolutionizes wind resource assessments. First Airborne's cloud-based anemometer system, suspended from a remotely controlled drone, allows highly accurate measurements of wind speed and direction across existing wind farms, significan…

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Siemens Gamesa Struggles, RWE & Nordex Thrive, DOE Invests in Floating Wind 39:34

2M ago39:34

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In this episode, Allen, Joel, and Philip discuss Siemens Gamesa's leadership changes and quality issues, the strong financial performance of Nordex and RWE, and upgrades to UK wind turbine testing facilities. They also cover the christening of the first American-built offshore wind service operation vessel, the EcoEdison, and the DOE's selection of…

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Masdar’s 10 GW Egypt Deal, Goldwind Buys GE’s Brazil Plant, EQT’s $1.5B OX2 Bid

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Masdar signs a land access deal for a 10 GW Egyptian wind project. Goldwind acquires GE's idle Brazilian wind turbine factory. Canadian pension fund CDPQ faces hurdles deploying energy transition capital in Asia. Sweden's EQT moves to acquire renewable developer OX2 for $1.5 billion.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all t…

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AEM Lightning Expert on Severe Weather Risks for Wind Farms 38:05

2M ago38:05

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This episode features an insightful discussion with Dr. Elizabeth DiGangi, a Lightning Scientist at AEM, who shares her expertise on severe weather patterns, the findings of the AEM 2023 United States Lightning Report, and the potential impact of storms on wind turbines. Dr. DiGangi provides valuable insights into the formation of tornadoes, hail, …

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The Pros And Cons of Outsourcing Content Production 33:08

2M ago33:08

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In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of outsourcing content production. Outsourcing can be a great way to save time and resources, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. We'll explore the benefits of outsourcing, such as access to a larger talent pool and cost savings, as well as the potential drawbacks, like communication issue…

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Blade Aerodynamics and AEP with PowerCurve 21:11

2M ago21:11

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Allen sat down with Nicholas Gaudern, CTO of PowerCurve, at ACP in Minneapolis to discuss the importance of aerodynamic blade optimizations and upgrades during wind turbine repowering. PowerCurve's AeroVista tool can help operators address leading-edge erosion and suboptimal blade designs to mitigate aerodynamic losses. Sign up now for Uptime Tech …

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U.S. Politics Holds Back Offshore Wind, TPI Creates 3D-Printed Blade Tooling 45:38

2M ago45:38

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Allen, Rosemary, and Phil discuss the state of wind energy development and the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. They also cover TPI Composites' partnership with the University of Maine and Oak Ridge National Laboratory to utilize 3D printing technology for producing wind turbine blade tooling.Sign up now for Uptime Tech …

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Microsoft Develops 10.5 GW, Siemens Gamesa Reports Loss in 2nd Quarter, WEG brings 7 MW Turbine Manufacturing to USA 13:44

2M ago13:44

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Microsoft is partnering with Brookfield Asset Management to develop 10.5 GW of new wind and solar, Siemens Gamesa reports a €365 million loss in the 2nd quarter of 2024, WEG will begin manufacturing their 7 GW turbine platform in Minnesota, and Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board and Global Infrastructure Partners acquire Allete.Sign up now for …

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Cyber Security Threats on Wind Turbines with Everpoint Services and Idaho National Laboratory 25:00

2M ago25:00

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Candace Wood, COO of Everpoint Services, along with Michael McCarty and Megan Culler from Idaho National Lab, discuss their collaboration at Little Pringle Wind Farm to conduct cybersecurity research and testing. The episode delves into the critical importance of addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in wind energy infrastructure to ensure grid …

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Updates from ACP 2024, Thoughts on Vestas Q1 Financial Loss 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Allen, Joel, and Phil record their thoughts on the show floor of American Clean Power 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Which companies are in attendance? What seems to be the industry direction? And they also discuss Vestas' Q1 financial results which show a loss. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technolog…

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Tesla Megapacks Energize Australia, Vattenfall Bird Detection Radar, Norway and Denmark’s Ambitious Offshore Goals 45:04

2M ago45:04

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Vattenfall is researching more bird detection methods, Norway and Denmark are setting ambitious offshore wind targets, Australia's first offshore wind projects are progressing nicely, Western Australia is using Tesla Megapacks for battery installations, and U.S. wind generation declines in 2023.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email upd…

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Orsted Exits France, Octopus Invests in Ocergy, Timken’s Revenue Declines, Ireland’s €100B Offshore Plan 10:07

3M ago10:07

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Octopus Energy invests in Ocergy's floating offshore wind foundations, Timken's wind energy revenue declines due to China's shift toward domestic suppliers, Ireland has a €100 billion plan for 37 GW of offshore wind by 2050, and Orsted exits the French market.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. T…

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PelaStar: Revolutionizing Floating Offshore Wind with Tension Leg Platforms 28:12

2M ago28:12

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We talk with Ben Ackers, CEO of PelaStar, a company revolutionizing the industry with their tension leg platform design. PelaStar's innovative technology provides stability for large wind turbines in deep water conditions, paving the way for cost-effective and efficient floating wind farms at scale. Visit https://pelastar.com/ for more info!Sign up…

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Engage Your Audience with a Proven Storytelling Framework 51:28

3M ago51:28

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In this episode, Engage Your Audience with a Proven Storytelling Framework, we will dive deep into the art of storytelling and how you can use a proven framework to captivate and engage your audience. Whether you are a content creator, marketer, or business owner, mastering the art of storytelling is essential for building connections and driving r…

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Vestas’ Reality Check: Will States Heed “This is Not a Wind Farm”? 35:34

3M ago35:34

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We discuss the new document from Vestas titled "This is Not a Wind Farm", which criticizes the U.S. approach to offshore wind development and proposes solutions. Allen, Joel and Phil analyze Vestas' suggestions and debate whether states will implement any of the proposed changes.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all thing…

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GE’s 15.5MW Offshore Cap, New York’s Canceled Projects, and Colorado’s Manufacturing Wins 45:59

3M ago45:59

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Allen, Joel and Phil discuss GE's decision to stop at 15.5MW for offshore turbines, the impact of cancelled New York offshore wind projects, challenges for Siemens Gamesa's rumored 21MW turbine, and Colorado attracting wind manufacturing jobs.Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sp…

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Vestas Maintains High Prices, Masdar Enters Chinese Market, New Jersey Creates Green Bank, Hellenic Cables Plans Maryland Factory 11:33

3M ago11:33

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New Jersey has created the New Jersey Green Bank to support the state's clean energy projects. Hellenic Cables Americas has been allocated a $58 million tax credit for its planned cable factory in Baltimore, Maryland. Vestas decides not to lower prices in order to turn a profit. Masdar is planning a possible entry into the Chinese renewable energy …

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