National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) researchers have demonstrated the feasibility of thermoplastic resin for use in the manufacture of wind turbines by producing a 9-meter-long blade using this novel resin, which was developed by Arkema Inc. In addition to the recyclability aspect, thermoplastic resin can enable longer, lighter-weight and lower-cost blades. … [Read more...] about NREL Validates Resin to Improve Recyclability of Turbine Blades
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NABTU, Orsted Sign MOU for U.S. Offshore Wind Workforce Transition
Ørsted, a global company that specializes in offshore wind development, has entered into a partnership with North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU), the labor organization representing more than 3 million skilled craft professionals. The partnership will create a national agreement designed to transition U.S. union construction workers into the … [Read more...] about NABTU, Orsted Sign MOU for U.S. Offshore Wind Workforce Transition
Siemens Gamesa appoints Becker as CEO of Offshore
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy says Marc Becker will return to the company as CEO of its offshore business. Becker served as managing director for Germany and head of offshore sales and projects at Siemens Gamesa before leaving the company in early this year. In the latter role, and previously as COO of Siemens Wind Power, Becker played a key role in building the … [Read more...] about Siemens Gamesa appoints Becker as CEO of Offshore
WindESCo Appoints New Member to Advisory Board
WindESCo, a company that specializes in renewable energy optimization, has appointed Michael Kelly to its advisory board. “We are pleased to welcome Kelly to our advisory board at this important next stage of WindESCo’s evolution,” says Mo Dua, founder and CRO of WindESCo. “As a highly respected and seasoned wind energy operations executive with a broad … [Read more...] about WindESCo Appoints New Member to Advisory Board
Bladt, Burns & McDonnell Form Alliance to Expand U.S. Offshore Wind Industry
Bladt Industries A/S, a global company that specializes in foundations and substations for offshore wind, and Burns & McDonnell, a U.S.-based 100% employee-owned engineering, construction, fabrication and architecture company, have formed a strategic alliance to bring together resources and experience and create local jobs along the Eastern Seaboard. Under the … [Read more...] about Bladt, Burns & McDonnell Form Alliance to Expand U.S. Offshore Wind Industry