As rotor blades exceed the 75-m mark, they will demand more advanced materials that offer a better strength-to-weight ratio and improved stiffness and tensile strength. Mixtures of composites such as fiberglass and carbon fiber show promise for these applications. JEC, the largest composites industry organization, aims to advance knowledge and networking within the business –…
Canadian Aboriginal nations OK wind projects
Four wind projects are planned for the Peace Region of British Columbia. Vancouver-based wind developer Finavera Renewables has signed an agreement with British Columbian Halfway River First Nation. The agreement signifies an understanding and support of the company’s four wind projects — the Tombler Ridge, Wildmare, Meikle, and Bullmoose In return for their consent and…