DNV GL, an independent energy advisory and certification body, is calling on wind stakeholders to join a new joint industry project (JIP) to mutually develop a recommended practice for alleviating wind turbine structures from the impacts of cyclones and earthquakes.
The ACE (Alleviating Cyclone and Earthquake Challenges for Wind farms) JIP is aiming to gather experiences from cross-industry players to align wind turbine design methodologies for extreme-weather conditions.
According to DNV GL, seismic and cyclone impacts on wind turbines is particularly of critical importance in emerging offshore markets such as the Asian Pacific region, as well as parts of the U.S.
However, the lack of an aligned guideline can lead to increased work volume between a project’s partners, causing delays and increasing costs, says DNV GL. The JIP aims to bring more transparency and reduce uncertainty in the design of offshore wind turbines.
“All industry stakeholders acting in emerging markets in the Asia Pacific region and the U.S. will benefit from the ACE project, as it will help to minimize cost, warranty and liability risks and optimize wind turbine design for seismic and typhoon conditions,” states Kim Mørk, executive vice president of renewables certification at DNV GL. “As the focus area for this joint industry project was developed mutually with different wind industry stakeholders, the feedback during the initiating phase has already emphasized the necessity of aligning the industry in this area.”
The call for partners is now open. Companies interested in joining can contact DNV GL’s Marcus Klose, project manager of the JIP, at marcus.klose@dnvgl.com.
