There are various types of damage in the aftermath of a wind turbine fire including physical damage - the tangible, visible burnt-out shell of the turbine.
In the wind industry, there is a lack of clarity around the accountability for fire risk management between wind farm owners and turbine manufacturers.
There are three key reasons why the wind industry should be transparent around wind turbine fire risk and steps taken to manage and mitigate any incidents.
Turbine fires present significant financial risks to the wind industry. While most turbine fires are covered under insurance the renewable energy insurers are tightening terms and conditions.
We outlined four steps involved in fire mitigation research for wind turbines and walk you through a process to determine how to best protect your assets.
Since the mid-1990s, the wind industry has experienced tremendous growth and there are a number of fire risk factors that have emerged in recent years.
There are many types and sizes of fire suppression systems. The system design will vary based on the asset needing protection and the type of fire hazard.
