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Power and pillow talk – Do wind farms affect our sleep?

Power and pillow talk – Do wind farms affect our sleep?

As more wind farms spring up across the landscape, questions have arisen about their potential impact on the sleep quality of nearby residents. Do the sounds of wind turbines disrupt our slumber, or are they no different from the constant hum of road traffic? A recent study conducted by Flinders University offers some insights.

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Power and pillow talk – Do wind farms affect our sleep?
November 23, 2023

Power and pillow talk – Do wind farms affect our sleep?

As more wind farms spring up across the landscape, questions have arisen about their potential impact on the sleep quality of nearby residents. Do the sounds of wind turbines disrupt our slumber, or are they no different from the constant hum of road traffic? A recent study conducted by Flinders University offers some insights.

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Operations
Testing the boundaries – Turbine bearings in extreme environments
November 16, 2023

Testing the boundaries – Turbine bearings in extreme environments

Wind turbines operate in a multitude of conditions — from the scorching heat of deserts to icy polar terrains. Each environment poses unique challenges for their bearings. In this article, we explore the hurdles turbine bearings face and highlight the innovative solutions the industry is adopting to counter them.

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Wind News
Baltic Eagle soars – How one offshore wind farm is powering the future
November 9, 2023

Baltic Eagle soars – How one offshore wind farm is powering the future

As the world shifts to more sustainable energy sources, offshore wind farms are emerging as a potential solution to our power needs. One such example is the Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm, scheduled to become fully operational by the end of 2024. With an annual power generation capacity of 1.9 TWh, it will provide renewable energy to as many as 475,000 households! So, how is this promising project progressing so far?

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Wind News
Something in the air – A big win for German wind?
November 2, 2023

Something in the air – A big win for German wind?

An event to redefine the landscape of renewable energy? That remains to be seen. What is certain is that Germany’s wind industry has taken a giant leap forward, as a record-breaking auction win blows fresh life into the sector.

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Technology
From worn to reborn – Remanufacturing wind turbine bearings
October 26, 2023

From worn to reborn – Remanufacturing wind turbine bearings

Bearing replacement is inevitable over time, however, there is a more economical and sustainable option — remanufacturing. We have previously explored the concept and its benefits, and in this article, we outline the steps involved in the process.

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Wind News
Power flows from Dogger Bank – The world’s largest offshore wind farm
October 19, 2023

Power flows from Dogger Bank – The world’s largest offshore wind farm

In an impressive display of the capabilities of green technology, the Dogger Bank Wind Farm, which is currently the largest offshore wind farm under construction in the world, has started supplying electricity to British homes and businesses.

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