The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast
Uptime is a renewable energy podcast focused on wind energy and energy storage technologies. Experts Allen Hall, Rosemary Barnes, Joel Saxum, and Phil Totaro break down the latest research, tech, and policy.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 22 minutes
- Episodes
- 333
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Power-Up: Vestas Lifetime Extension, GE Heating Systems, and More!
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 strate…
00:09:47 |
Fri 30 Aug 2024
Active Training Team’s Immersive Training Comes to America
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, t…
00:20:40 |
Thu 29 Aug 2024
Ørsted’s Financial Situation: Causes and Solutions
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 e…
00:34:33 |
Tue 27 Aug 2024
Ramboll Acquires K2, Aurora Expands into Chilean Market
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 B…
Mon 26 Aug 2024
Uptime Power-Up: Wind Energy Innovations
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, I…
00:08:34 |
Sun 25 Aug 2024
Hatch: Renewable Solutions for First Nations Communities
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, o…
00:24:25 |
Thu 22 Aug 2024
Third-Party Blade Replacements, Vestas Financial Trouble
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' …
00:36:21 |
Tue 20 Aug 2024
Blackstone Acquires Westwood, Corio Offshore in Brazil
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 …
00:08:13 |
Mon 19 Aug 2024
Enel vs. The Osage Nation: An Explanation w/ Doug Sandridge
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 avo…
00:36:49 |
Thu 15 Aug 2024
Siemens Gamesa Financial Troubles, Chinese Turbine Concerns
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 ma…
00:34:13 |
Tue 13 Aug 2024
Suzlon Acquires Renom, Algonquin Sells Non-Hydro Assets
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…
00:10:43 |
Mon 12 Aug 2024
Prometheus Wind’s Industry Growth w/ Will Friedl
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 mo…
00:24:20 |
Thu 08 Aug 2024
BOEM Offshore Lease Cancelled, Gulf Offshore Technology Methods
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 f…
Tue 06 Aug 2024
Acciona Sells Half of Renewable Portfolio, Invenergy Acquires in Brazil
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 Capit…
00:10:40 |
Mon 05 Aug 2024
Tech Safety Lines: GWO Training Experts
Diane Waghorne, founder of Tech Safety Lines (TSL), and instructor Matt Wehrle explain their approach to wind technician safety training. Allen and Joel had the pleasure of visiting their excellent …
00:29:05 |
Thu 01 Aug 2024
GE Vernova Slows in Q2, 2024 Election Impact on Wind
GE Vernova recently held their Q2 investor presentation, sharing the company will focus on their the 3.6-154, 6.1-158 Cypress, and Haliade-X 15.5-250 turbine lines. So far, the company's wind divisi…
00:47:01 |
Tue 30 Jul 2024
Nordex U.S. Turbine, Sierra Leone INvestment, €2M to Modvion
Nordex has announced the N169 5. X turbine, specifically designed for the American market. Infinity Power, a joint venture between Egypt's Infinity and Abu Dhabi's Masdar, has outlined a plan to dev…
00:08:02 |
Mon 29 Jul 2024
Pearce Renewables Training Center: Expert Wind Instruction
Allen Hall and co-host Joel Saxum discuss Pearce Renewables' new state-of-the-art training facility in Dallas, Texas with John Hornbeck and Travis Dees. Pearce is addressing the growing demand for s…
00:18:41 |
Thu 25 Jul 2024
Wind Energy Conferences: Are They Worth it?
Rosemary just got back from a conference and, like many of us recently, feels discouraged. Attendees and meetings were insightful, but the presentations and panels lacked impact. Allen has often fel…
00:23:24 |
Wed 24 Jul 2024
Vineyard Wind GE Blade Failure, Mechanix Wear TRACK Program
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 electrost…
Tue 23 Jul 2024
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