The Cleantech Show #019: Understanding the wind energy industry - Interview with Mark Sinclair, Windlab Systems.
The Cleantech Show #019 (MP3 - 14MB - 38min)
Interview with Mark Sinclair, Windlab Systems
According to Global Wind Energy Council figures 2006 recorded an increase of installed capacity of 15,197 MW, taking the total installed wind energy capacity to 74,223 MW.
Key to the continued development of wind resources around the world is the accurate assessment, modelling and design of wind energy installations. My guest on todays show is Mark Sinclair, CEO of Windlab Systems. In the science of wind energy resource assessment, Windlab Systems is an international leader specialising in the development and application of wind-assessment technologies.
Over the last two years 2005/06 growth rates for the industry have averaged 36%, despite constraints facing supply chains for wind turbines. In terms of economic value, the wind energy sector has become one of the important players in the energy markets, with the total value of new generating equipment installed in 2006 reaching €18 billion, or US$23 billion (wiki)
On the show we discuss these recent wind energy industry developments and explore the process of how wind resources can be identified and developed successfully. With real estate being of primary importance, and a growing consolidation and maturity in the industy, tools that can get a company to a high quality location and demonstrate effective turbine mapping are critical.
Off the back of a recent capital raising, Windlab Systems is now seeking to extend its international partnerships in the wind energy sector.
Mark Sinclair is an experienced senior level manager in the energy sector. Mark has held roles in Shell and recently with Stanwell Corporation as manager of their Wind Development Group. In that capacity he oversaw the development of a number of wind farms in Australia.
Enjoy the show.
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Nick Bruse
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