Energize Wind Operations with more Modern Control

Thomas Andersen, vice president of renewable energy technologies for Emerson’s power and water solutions business, shares his expertise on how to better manage wind-energy generation in his article in Wind Systems magazine. Turbine control retrofits and green-energy solutions platforms are transforming the way operations teams manage wind-energy generation. As renewable energy gains more traction in the global economy, wind-farm owners and operators have new opportunities as what was once a niche market for energy production is now considered a critical building block of the global energy economy. Utilities of all sizes are acquiring wind assets and large wind farms to add to their enterprise — balancing their wind production with new solar and energy storage, as well as with existing hydro and fossil plants — to help meet net zero targets, meet demand by ensuring reliable electricity delivery, and maintain a stable grid.