Weather Guard Lightning Tech

"Left in the wake are everyday citizens..." ~ Canary Media's Clare Fieseler Meanwhile, Japan has figured out floating wind. We can almost hear their manufacturing sector ramping up. Tune in to the podcast for perspective from engineers experienced in the wind industry. zurl.co/Iob38

Wind operations is going to look different in 2026. Get our tips for gearing up for a better year. zurl.co/mmnlj

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In this issue, Solving your wind farm’s lightning problem: A practical guide for operators, includes useful information and actionable items to get your operation ready for the season ahead. The magazine is free, and this article could save you money, time, and headaches. #windenergy #windfarm #lightning #insurance

Are you ready for storm season? Get ready to meet the lighting (and insurance) challenges fall will bring with tips and actionable advice in this article. Tip: Generally, OEMs don't cover lightning events that exceed IEC 61400-24 standard - and they will push for details on the damaging strike. But because NEARLY ALL LIGHTNING STRIKES are BELOW the standard, having the strike date, time, and amplitude from the strike detection system are the key to warranty pay-outs. This article is free in the latest PES WIND magazine. zurl.co/PDEYE #lightningdamage #windenergy

Several states are fighting back against stopped offshore projects. Today on the podcast, we dive in.

Why your operational data doesn't make sense: the industry standard lightning protection isn't protecting your blades from the most common strikes. New case study explains, and offers a proven solution. zurl.co/4i6HG

When RWE, the German energy giant, decided to test StrikeTape at one of their US wind farms, they unknowingly initiated one of the most important lightning protection studies in wind energy history. Read the case study here: zurl.co/vnZKo

On Friday, August 22, shortly after this article was written and scheduled for publication, the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued a stop-work order for the Revolution Wind offshore project, halting construction despite the project being 80% complete. Obviously, things are changing minute-by-minute - but the analysis of Ørsted’s recent financial history is unchanged. Thanks for following the story and staying up-to-date on Wind with us. zurl.co/llRGs

On Friday, August 22, shortly after this article was written and scheduled for publication, the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued a stop-work order for the Revolution Wind offshore project, halting construction despite the project being 80% complete. Obviously, things are changing minute-by-minute - but the analysis of Ørsted’s recent financial history is unchanged. Thanks for following the story and staying up-to-date on Wind with us.

Why your operational data doesn't make sense: the industry standard lightning protection isn't protecting your blades from the most common strikes. New case study explains, and offers a proven solution. zurl.co/4i6HG

When RWE, the German energy giant, decided to test StrikeTape at one of their US wind farms, they unknowingly initiated one of the most important lightning protection studies in wind energy history. Read the case study here: zurl.co/vnZKo

The average energy consumer may not see the problems on the horizon, but fortunately, some states do. In Texas, a 122 MW wind farm powers data centers directly, without relying on the Grid. In anticipation of data center power needs there, Ohio has developed a smart proposal to encourage data center operators to consider the lowest cost and most dispatchable energy source. Find out why, and how, states are looking toward an increasingly demanding energy future. zurl.co/PZAuq

Why your operational data doesn't make sense: the industry standard lightning protection isn't protecting your blades from the most common strikes. New case study explains, and offers a proven solution. zurl.co/4i6HG

When RWE, the German energy giant, decided to test StrikeTape at one of their US wind farms, they unknowingly initiated one of the most important lightning protection studies in wind energy history. Read the case study here: zurl.co/vnZKo

If your GE Vernova blades use LM Wind Power diverters, read this - it could save you some headaches, downtime, and $$$ zurl.co/nM2vj

GE Vernova blades with LM Wind power diverters have a number of design issues that can leave operators on the hook for expensive repairs. Be aware! zurl.co/Ds2LD

What's the problem? For starters, the design and placement make these diverters susceptible to damage, or just peeling off the blade completely. zurl.co/Wi77a

If your GE Vernova blades use LM Wind Power diverters, read this - it could save you some headaches, downtime, and $$$ zurl.co/nM2vj

GE Vernova blades with LM Wind power diverters have a number of design issues that can leave operators on the hook for expensive repairs. Be aware! zurl.co/Ds2LD