Managing Lightning Risk in Wind Energy: Insights from an Expert Panel
Lightning strikes remain one of the leading causes of blade damage, downtime, and repair costs in wind energy. As turbines grow taller and blades get longer, the risk is only increasing, particularly from upward lightning, which turbines themselves can trigger. In a recent webinar hosted by SkySpecs in partnership with UpTime, experts from Eologix, EDF […]
Why Repair Vendor Management is the Next Frontier in Wind Asset Performance
As the wind industry matures, owners and operators are being asked to do more with less. Turbines are larger, portfolios more complex, and the cost pressures from power markets are relentless. Yet one area consistently overlooked in strategies for operational excellence is repair vendor management. The recent SkySpecs webinar on vendor management shone a light […]
Beyond Software: The Power of Service-Driven SaaS in Wind Energy
More Than Just Software—Delivering Real-World Value Wind energy is evolving rapidly, and asset owners are increasingly turning to digital solutions to optimize performance and reduce downtime. But buying software alone doesn’t automatically solve problems. Just like a shovel doesn’t dig a hole on its own, software is simply a tool—it requires expertise, structured processes, and […]
Proactive Maintenance in Wind Energy: Strategies for Success
https://skyspecs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/proactive_maintenance_in_wind_energy__strategies_for_success-240p-1.mp4 The wind energy sector has become a cornerstone of the global push toward renewable energy, but to maximize its potential, wind farm owners and operators must navigate various challenges. Preventive maintenance ensures wind turbines operate at peak efficiency and reliability throughout their life cycles. In this post, we’ll discuss the strategies that drive successful […]
How Utility Companies Are Impacting the Future of Renewable Energy
What role do utility companies have to play in the renewable energy industry? In this discussion, we invited Chuck Conlen, VP of Renewable Energy at DTE Energy, to share his perspectives on the industry and details about the important work that his team has been doing to ensure the future of reliable renewable assets. […]
Finding Balance When Managing Complex Wind Assets
Reliability and maintenance play key roles in managing wind assets. It’s not enough to simply invest in the latest technology or brand new turbines — sooner or later, these new assets will require upgrades, maintenance, and repairs. How we manage those repairs can make all the difference to output, safety, and reliability. To learn more […]
The Complexities of Operating and Maintaining Renewable Energy Assets
The work certainly doesn’t stop at construction when it comes to renewable energy assets. For the wind industry, there’s a great deal of management and maintenance that has to go on behind the scenes to keep assets performing at their best. We wanted to learn more about what it takes to properly manage a portfolio […]
Renewable Development Insights from a Project Engineer
What does development in the renewable energy industry look like today? We asked Pauline Searles, Senior Project Engineer at Enel North America, to join this discussion to share their perspective. In this discussion, Pauline shares some insights into their role and the kind of projects they work on. We also hear their thoughts on the […]
Artificial Intelligence and its Role in Wind Energy
What role do artificial intelligence and machine learning play in the modern wind industry? As machine learning and AI become more commonplace in data analysis and automation, we wanted to discuss how this affects the wind industry specifically. We invited SkySpecs’ own Shweta Khushu, Engineering Manager, Computer Vision, and Akshay Iyer, Computer Vision Engineer – […]