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Explore AOWA’s comprehensive offshore wind training programs. Find courses designed for professionals at every stage of their careers Upcoming Sessions Offshore Wind Operation and Maintenance Operation September 22-23, 2025 View Course Offshore Wind Transmission Course Technology October 14-16, 2025 View Course Floating Offshore Wind Masterclass Development October 23, 2025 View Course Auctions and Bid Strategies for Offshore Wind Development November 18, 2025 View Course Financing Offshore Wind From Auction To FID Financing Fall 2025 edition TBA - Enroll to stay updated View Course Offshore Wind Blade Testing and Inspection Workshop Safety Fall 2025 edition TBA - Enroll to stay updated View Course Offshore Wind Upskilling Course Development Coming Fall 2025 - Enroll to stay updated View Course Offshore Wind MetOcean Training Course Development Spring Session: May 12, 2025 Fall Session: On demand - Enroll now View Course OSW Risk Management, Insurance & Marine Warranty Surveying Development Spring Session: May 15, 2025 Fall Session: On demand - Enroll now View Course Performance Based Safety Management Systems in OSW Safety On demand - Enroll now View Course Offshore Wind Ports and Vessels Course Construction On demand - Enroll now View Course Offshore Wind Geophysical and Geotechnical Training Development On demand - Enroll now View Course Load more

Stay updated with AOWA’s latest press releases covering offshore wind industry news, training programs, and policy developments Press Releases AOWA Expands Globally as the Offshore Wind Academy (OWA) 08/05/2025 The American Offshore Wind Academy (AOWA) is officially expanding its reach globally as the “Offshore Wind Academy” (OWA) Read More Statement on Empire Wind 1 Project Pause 4/17/25 As President of the American Offshore Wind Academy (AOWA), I express deep concern and strong opposition to the recent decision to halt construction activities on the Empire Wind I project—one of the most advanced, fully permitted offshore wind developments in the United States. Read More AOWA Collaborates with MassCEC: Targeted Offshore Wind Programs for MWBEs 2/12/25 AOWA is partnering with MassCEC, in developing targeted programs to empower woman and minority entrepreneurs (MWBEs) to succeed and become leaders in the clean energy space... Read More AOWA’s Statement on Executive Order Pausing Offshore Wind Leasing and Permitting 1/22/25 The recent executive order pausing offshore wind leasing and permitting is a serious setback to America’s growing offshore wind industry... Read More AOWA Announces 2024 Awards at the Floating Wind Solutions (FWS) Conference 1/17/25 In 2024 at American Offshore Wind Academy, we trained 400+ people from over 160 companies. There were a few who stood out to us for being professional development champions... Read More AOWA Launches New Podcast Series: Ask The Expert 11/01/24 In AOWA's "Ask the Expert" series, we sit down with a top offshore wind expert for a quick "coffee chat" on various offshore wind topics. You can join us directly on LinkedIn... Read More AOWA Sponsors ACP Offshore Wind Power Conference 9/28/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is a proud sponsor of the American Clean Power (ACP) Offshore Wind Power Conference... Read More AOWA Sponsors AFloat - American Floating Offshore Wind Technical Summit 9/24/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is a proud sponsor of this year's American Floating Offshore Wind Technical Summit... Read More AOWA Launches Scholarship Program 8/28/24 Empower your career with The American Offshore Wind Academy... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with UMaine 8/07/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Supports Reuters Event: Offshore Wind USA 2024 Conference 6/12/24 American Offshore Wind Academy is a proud supporting partner for Reuters Events Renewables: Offshore Wind USA 2024 conference... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with General Electric (GE Vernova) 4/17/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) 3/18/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with K&L Gates 3/12/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with Aker Solutions 3/05/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with 2H Offshore 2/26/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with Oceaneering 2/15/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with TGS 2/12/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More PES Wind: AOWA Takes Strides in Advancing Offshore Wind Professional Training 2/08/24 In a bid to foster excellence in offshore wind professional training, the American Offshore Wind Academy (AOWA) has been making significant strides since its launch last fall... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with Alpine 2/03/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Announces Partnership with Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) 2/01/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy is pleased to share our latest partnership updates... Read More AOWA Launched at ACP Conference 10/03/23 AOWA officially launched during the American Clean Power (ACP) Conference in Boston, heralding a new chapter in the offshore wind industry's commitment to empower the industry through education, training, and collaboration... Read More

Newsletters The Reef Effect: How Offshore Wind Benefits Marine Life July 24, 2025 This article highlights the "reef effect" phenomenon, detailing how these structures attract and support various marine species, from algae and shellfish to fish and crustaceans. It also discusses innovative approaches like 3D-printed reefs and nature-inclusive designs in scour protection, which further enhance biodiversity. Read More Offshore Wind: Future Ready Workforce July 18, 2025 SNAME MT Magazine: The Seafaring Workforce of Tomorrow Article: Offshore Wind Workforce Author: Thalia Kruger Read More Offshore Wind: The Only Practical Solution to Meeting New York’s Growing Electricity Demands June 5, 2025 A recent report by Aurora Energy Research says that offshore wind is key to meeting New York's power needs and improving energy independence. Read More Offshore Wind's Scaling Debate: Power, Progress, and Potential Pitfalls April 9, 2025 The pursuit of ever-larger offshore wind turbines reflects a powerful tension between the imperative for accelerated renewable energy deployment and the inherent complexities of scaling nascent technologies. While the promise of enhanced energy capture, reduced costs, and optimized resource utilization fuels this drive, critical questions emerge regarding technological reliability, infrastructural readiness, and supply chain resilience... Read More U.S. Offshore Wind: An Update on Near-Term Projects March 24, 2025 Rising costs, high interest rates, and supply chain issues have forced offshore wind companies to cancel or renegotiate contracts, while policy changes, including a presidential memorandum pausing leases, have caused project delays and financial losses. This article categorizes the current status of U.S. offshore wind projects, detailing those operational, under construction, approved, paused, or canceled, illustrating the sector's volatile near-term landscape... Read More Shell Pulls Back From Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Project January 31, 2025 Shell has abruptly pulled out of the Atlantic Shores offshore wind project, writing off nearly $1 billion and casting a dark cloud over New Jersey's ambitious renewable energy goals. Facing rising costs and investor pressure, the oil giant is retreating from its once-promising venture in wind power... Read More Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project Continues Amidst Industry Headwinds January 27, 2025 The US offshore wind industry currently faces uncertainty due to a recent executive order halting new leases. However, construction of the $9.8 billion Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project continues. Dominion Energy remains confident in completing the 2.6 GW project by 2026... Read More Meet Charybdis: America's First Domestic Wind Turbine Installation Vessel February 7, 2025 The Charybdis, the first U.S.-built wind turbine installation vessel, represents a $715 million investment in American offshore wind energy. Built in Texas, this Jones Act-compliant vessel will play a crucial role in Dominion Energy's Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project and future East Coast developments... Read More Closing the Loop: DOE Report Charts Path to Sustainable Wind Turbine Recycling February 4, 2025 A new report from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) offers a roadmap for a more sustainable wind energy industry through increased recycling and reuse of decommissioned wind turbine components. The report, "Recycling Wind Energy Systems in the United States," reveals... Read More Beyond the Horizon: The Future of Offshore Wind is Floating February 26, 2025 Approximately 80% of the world's offshore wind potential lies in waters deeper than 60 meters (200 feet), a domain exclusively accessible to floating platforms. This technology therefore provides a crucial pathway to harness previously untapped energy reserves, propelling the clean energy transition. While challenges persist, the floating wind industry's rapid advancement, fueled by innovation and investment, signals its growing recognition as a pivotal energy solution... Read More Navigating the Waters: Offshore Wind and Whale Protection February 19, 2025 The offshore wind industry is taking concrete steps to minimize its impact on marine life. While we often hear claims that offshore wind development is responsible for increased whale mortality off of the U.S. East Coast, this is far from the truth. Recent studies tells us that the largest threat to marine mammals is vessel strikes and entanglement in abandoned fishing equipment... Read More AOWA Collaborates with MassCEC: Targeted Offshore Wind Programs for Minority and Woman Entrepreneurs (MWBEs) February 17, 2025 Are you a minority or woman entrepreneur (MWBE) interested in the burgeoning offshore wind industry? Take our 5-10 minute survey to help shape these valuable workshops, skills training, and networking opportunities... Read More Offshore Wind: Fueling Economic Growth Across the U.S. February 12, 2025 Offshore wind power is more than just a clean energy source; it's a catalyst for economic revitalization, creating a ripple effect of jobs, investment, and opportunity that stretches across the United States. While the turbines themselves capture the imagination of many, the true story lies in the intricate supply chain... Read More

Advisory Board of American Offshore Wind Academy Meet AOWA’s advisory board—industry experts guiding the future of offshore wind training and workforce development Board of Advisors Amy McGinty Vice President, Vestas North America Mandar Pandit Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, GE Grid Solutions Lydia Lostan Offshore Wind Director, EDF Renewables North America Jim Bennett Former Chief of The Office of Renewable Energy Programs, BOEM Serene Hamsho President, American Offshore Wind Academy Mike Starrett Chief Commercial Officer, Ocean Winds North America Adrienne Downey Principal Engineer and Country Manager, Hexicon North American Jay Borkland Supply Chain and Port Director, Avangrid Eric Thumma Head of U.S., Corio Generation Alla Weinstein Founder & CEO, Trident Winds Inc Theodore Paradise Energy Partner, K&L Gates

Explore expert insights and industry perspectives on offshore wind energy from AOWA's network of thought leaders, innovators, and policy voices. Op-Eds Hurricanes & Offshore Wind July 10th, 2025 Written by Sarah McElman, Lead Consultant at Metocean Expert Americas. Read More What is a Geotechnical and Geophysical Site Investigation & Why Does it Matter? June 27th, 2025 Written By Creed Goff, R.G. and reviewed by Justin Bailey and Robert Mecarini from Alpine Ocean Seismic Survey, Inc. Read More After Empire June 19th. 2025 Written by Dawn MacDonald, Global Offshore Wind Sector Lead at AECOM Read More Let Developers Lead: The Smarter Path Forward For Offshore Wind May 30th, 2025 Written by Siniša Lozo, Director of Business Development at Naver Energy Read More Offshore Wind: The Reliability Anchor Hiding in Plain Sight May 16th, 2025 Written by Adrienne Downey, Director of Offshore Wind at Power Advisory LLC. Read More

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Registration form for the training course: Offshore Wind Upskilling Course First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Number Company / Organization Name Job Title or Position Country State, Region, or Province Address Confirm the course name Offshore Wind Upskilling Course Are you applying as: * Individual Group Select the course date * Spring Session Fall Session By clicking submit you agree to our Terms and Conditions Submit Your application has been submitted. We will reach out to you to complete the payment

< Back AOWA Announces Partnership with Alpine 2/03/24 The American Offshore Wind Academy has formed a strategic partnership with the leading Geotechnical and Geotechnical Survey company Alpine Ocean Seismic Survey, Inc. This collaboration aims to elevate the offshore wind industry through cutting-edge training, innovation, and collaborative initiatives. Alpine's wealth of experience will undoubtedly enrich our programs and empower professionals in the renewable energy sector. Previous Next

< Back AOWA’s Statement on Executive Order Pausing Offshore Wind Leasing and Permitting 1/22/25 The recent executive order pausing offshore wind leasing and permitting is a serious setback to America’s growing offshore wind industry. This action halts progress in project development, shipbuilding, manufacturing, and port operations, jeopardizing billions of dollars in investment and thousands of jobs. At a time when national energy demands are rising, offshore wind power offers a reliable, American-made solution that supports a sustainable energy future. Despite this pause, wind energy remains vital to our country’s energy mix, with substantial strides already made in domestic supply chains and commercial-scale developments. A $25 billion wave of investment has spurred growth in shipbuilding and steel production, laying a solid foundation for the industry’s continued expansion. During this uncertain period, training, advocacy, and outreach are more crucial than ever. American Offshore Wind Academy will keep driving the industry forward by offering professional training, cultivating a robust workforce pipeline, and collaborating with stakeholders. Our mission stays firm: to guide the offshore wind community through shifting policy landscapes and ensure a strong, sustainable future for renewable energy in America. -- American Offshore Wind Academy Previous Next

Registration form for the training course: Offshore Wind Blade Testing and Inspection Workshop First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Number Company / Organization Name Job Title or Position Country State, Region, or Province Address Confirm the course name Offshore Wind Blade Testing and Inspection Workshop Are you applying as: * Individual Group Select the course date * Spring Session Fall Session By clicking submit you agree to our Terms and Conditions Submit Your application has been submitted. We will reach out to you to complete the payment

< Back After Empire June 19th. 2025 Written by Dawn MacDonald, Global Offshore Wind Sector Lead at AECOM Now that Empire Wind has gotten a reprieve from its unforeseen stop work order, the US offshore wind industry is releasing a collective sigh of relief and looking to rapidly get turbines in the water before the industry is again in the crosshairs. Not to rain on anyone’s parade, but while the industry pushes to get this next round of projects online, a bit of contemplation of ‘what’s next’ is worthwhile for those of us not on the front lines. The administration’s U-turn on the Empire Wind’s stop work order gives the US domestic offshore wind market some confidence that business pragmatism may ultimately outweigh the new administration’s opposition to the sector. The US market’s downturn could ultimately benefit the global OSW market, releasing pressure on stretched global OEMs and investors, however, the implications for long term confidence in the US market is unclear at this point. Impressive Progress to Date There are currently five commercial scale offshore wind projects (including Empire Wind ), in construction in the US, including Dominion Energy ’s Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) Commercial project, Ørsted ’s Revolution and Sunrise wind projects and the Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners / Avangrid Vineyard wind project. Barring any further interruptions to these late state projects, we should expect to see around 6 GW of offshore wind deployed on US coasts and injecting power into US grids by the end of 2027. Significant investments have been made in developing the supporting infrastructure to build this initial tranche of generation assets, including: A Jones Act compliant wind turbine installation vessel ( WTIV ), the Charybdis , as well as other smaller bespoke vessels. Multiple ports to support project construction and operations. (New Bedford Commerce Terminal in MA, Port of New London in CT, Port of Davisville in RI, The South Brooklyn Marine Terminal in NY, and The New Jersey Wind Port). Manufacturing facilities to build some of the key components of the projects like high voltage subsea cables in Charleston, South Carolina and Chesapeake, Virginia by Nexans and LS GreenLink respectively. While this is meaningful progress, it’s quite different from the level of development envisioned by the prior administration in implementing the Inflation Reduction Act and the level of investment predicted by the industry. With the recent changes in tax and regulatory policy, it’s fair to say the industry is generally not expecting substantial progress in regulatory approval or construction for the next three and a half years beyond the 6 GW mentioned above. So, what might a renewed view of US offshore wind look like to potential developers and states in 2028? Cautious Optimism Developers and investors who’ve collectively sunk billions into the market are likely counting on a couple points to support the ultimate return of the US OSW market. - A backlog of generation , particularly in the US Northeast: The region is currently largely powered by natural gas, nuclear power, and hydropower. Several of these existing power generation faculties are targeted for retirement over the next decade. Combined with the increased power demand driven by increased electrification and new demands like data centers, there is a significant need for new generation in the region, which the ISOs in the region had been looking to offshore wind to fill. Should the next phase of consented projects, including the next phase of Empire Wind and Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind , not progress through to financial close as planned, ISOs in the region will have a gap in the generation side of their long-range plans. What alternative technology can fill that gap? Per recent comments from the CEO of NextEra Energy Resources a, the US’s largest power developer, a new natural gas power plant would be looking at a deployment in 2030 or later , and a cost of $2,400/kW . Should this timeline and pricing hold true, the next tranche of consented OSW projects is likely to have a path to competitiveness come 2028. - More advanced technology : The current set of projects are generally anticipated to be using 14-15 MW turbines – a postponement of 4 years may allow developers to deploy the next generation of turbines with unit capacity of 18 MW or more. The US projects may also be able to benefit from future advancements in cables, electrical systems, foundation designs and installation technologies, giving them a potential benefit in terms of levelized cost of energy compared to todays estimates. - A more fully developed global supply chain : OSW projects around the world are currently suffering from significant pressure on the global supply chain, including critical HVDC infrastructure, vessels and other key components. Some of that stress was previously anticipated to be addressed through new manufacturing and assembly facilities in the US, backstopped by the domestic offshore wind industry and further supported by local content requirements and investment incentives as set out in the IRA and other policies. With the current project forecast and US policy changes, these OEMs are likely looking for more favorable investment environments, likely in Europe, the UK or Asia. Developers looking at US OSW developments in 2028 may be able to secure significantly better commercial terms from the supply chain based on reduced global supply chain pressure, however local content expectations may need to be revisited as OEM may be less willing to further extend there recently expanded manufacturing base. Objective Realism However, the set of 2028 US OSW projects will also face substantial hurdles. - Technological competition : While, as noted, OSW compares favorably on average to alternative technologies such as gas fired power, the current burdens on offshore wind business cases will undoubtedly support the advancement of alternative power sources including gas, micro and small modular reactors (SMRs) and possibly interconnectors for incremental electricity imports as utilities look to close the gap between demand and generation. As these alternatives technologies are deployed, their respective supply chains will be further developed, degrading the current cost and schedule advantage for offshore wind. - Investment entrenched in proven, stable markets : For all its recurrent challenges with short term OSW market volatility and uncertainty, looking over the long term, European jurisdictions have shown a steady commitment the offshore wind sector for decades. Investors, with their US projects on hold, or otherwise looking to invest in the industry, may divert their capital to more established European markets. Given the long-term nature of these projects, this likely refocus on Europe may well be ‘sticky’ leaving less capital available for reinvestment in US projects late in the decade should policy shift. - Further maturation of new jurisdictions : A four year pause in the US offshore wind sector may allow emerging markets some breathing space to develop, by opening up investment capacity and room in the supply chain for projects in Australia, South America, the Baltic, Canada and other regions early in their OSW development. This may enable some of these new markets to get a foothold in the global market, attracting investment from developers and OEMs. For the US, this may result in more competition for foreign capital if the market looks to restart late in the decade, and the US may need to reset its expectations in any future leasing rounds and procurement processes. - Increased perception of US regulatory risk : Underpinning all of this is the changing view of foreign and domestic investors into political and regulatory risk for US projects in the offshore wind industry and more broadly. Before committing development funds to multi-billion-dollar projects with decade long timelines, investors will need to quantify the risk that these prospective projects might be derailed by a future administration. That risk will be costed into the economic models, impacting pricing for future procurements, return expectations and project valuations. A Pragmatic Path Forward So where does this leave the US OSW industry? I’ll certainly be holding my breath alongside the rest of the industry looking for this first tranche of commercial projects to finish construction and start operations. Provided the permits for the next tranche of projects withstand the next few years, the proponents will likely face significantly different market conditions as they look to restart their projects in 2028. The uncertainty may lead some developers to look to divest rather than suspend their projects, leading to an increase in transaction activity as those market players with lower risk tolerance or less patience leave the market. While these are trying times, the US OSW may do well to look to lessons learned from prior, albeit less dramatic, downturns in the European industry’s history: Stem the bleeding : We’re already seeing evidence of the remaining projects putting their heads down, reducing spend and waiting for more favorable investment conditions. LinkedIn feeds are filled with key project staff who’ve been laid off to reduce project costs and discretionary development funding is being deferred until the market is improved. Retain key assets : While reducing development costs is essential, developers cannot lose sight of the need to retain key assets, including key project team members, relationships with regulators, utilities, ports and the supply chain. Long-term, the market rewards agility : Those projects that can continue to negotiate with suppliers, utilities and regulators to adapt their schedules, project scopes and contract terms will be better able to rapidly pivot as the market, regulation and trade policy evolve. Ultimately the winners, if we can call anyone that in this situation, will be the projects able to think creatively, collaborate with favorable states to retain sector progress where possible and adapt their strategies to meet the new reality. Previous Next

Registration form for the training course: Offshore Wind Geophysical and Geotechnical Training First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Number Company / Organization Name Job Title or Position Country State, Region, or Province Address Confirm the course name Offshore Wind Geophysical and Geotechnical Training Are you applying as: * Individual Group Select the course date * Spring Session Fall Session By clicking submit you agree to our Terms and Conditions Submit Your application has been submitted. We will reach out to you to complete the payment

< Back AOWA Launched at ACP Conference 10/03/23 Boston, MA - ACP Wind Power Conference A groundbreaking training platform dedicated to supporting and nurturing the industry's growth. The American Offshore Wind Academy officially launched during the American Clean Power (ACP) Conference in Boston, heralding a new chapter in the offshore wind industry's commitment to empower the industry through education, training, and collaboration. A pioneering initiative driven by senior executives within the offshore wind industry who are committed to advancing and strengthening the sector. Recognizing the immense potential of offshore wind energy in the United States and globally, they come together to establish a groundbreaking platform dedicated to supporting and nurturing the industry's growth. The Academy is set to offer an extensive catalog of over 50 specialized courses covering various aspects of the offshore wind sector. These courses, designed to cater to industry professionals, span a wide range of topics from technology and innovation to project management and environmental considerations. The American Offshore Wind Academy is forging robust partnerships with key players in the offshore wind industry. These partnerships will bring industry expertise into the training program, ensuring that professionals benefit from real-world insights and practical knowledge. Serene Hamsho, President of the American Offshore Wind Academy, shared her insights into the Academy's goals. "The offshore wind sector is on the cusp of significant growth, but it faces a critical need for a highly skilled workforce. The American Offshore Wind Academy was conceived to address this need comprehensively. Our mission is to empower and advance the offshore wind industry, not just in the United States but on a global scale. We're excited to provide comprehensive education and training to professionals looking to make an impact in this dynamic field." The Academy boasts a diverse and influential Board of Advisors, comprised of key figures representing various facets of the offshore wind industry. Jim Bennett, Former Senior Advisor for Renewable Energy Program, BOEM, and current Advisor for the academy commented, "The Academy will help provide critical training opportunities for the workforce as this American industry grows toward its full potential." Adrienne Downey, Principal Engineer and Country Manager North America at Hexicon, said, “The American Offshore Wind Academy is bridging the gap between vision and execution for the offshore wind sector. Its comprehensive training programs will play a vital role in building the skilled workforce needed to support the industry’s continued growth and innovation." The American Offshore Wind Academy is a pioneering initiative driven by leaders and senior executives within the offshore wind industry. It is dedicated to empowering and advancing the offshore wind industry through comprehensive education, professional training, and collaboration. Previous Next

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Digital Twin Fundamentals for Offshore Wind Price Please inquire Duration 1-Day Dates TBA - enroll to stay updated Format Virtual (Live) Course Status Open Enroll Digital Twin Fundamentals for Offshore Wind This one-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to the concept and practical implementation of digital twins in the offshore wind industry. Participants will gain a deep understanding of digital twin technology, its applications, benefits, and its crucial role in enhancing operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and decision-making processes within offshore wind projects. Who Should Attend This course is tailored for professionals in the offshore wind industry looking to enhance their knowledge of digital twins and how they can be effectively applied in wind farm operations. It is suitable for engineers, project managers, data analysts, and anyone interested in the latest advancements in offshore wind technology. Whether you are new to digital twins or seeking to expand your expertise, this course provides valuable insights and practical skills. Course Overview: Understanding Digital Twins in Offshore Wind - Key components and technologies involved in creating digital twins. - Real-world applications and benefits of digital twins. Building Digital Twins for Wind Farms - The process of creating a digital twin for offshore wind farms. - Data collection, sensors, and IoT devices. - Data management, storage, and integration for digital twins. - Hands-on exercises in setting up digital twin models. Monitoring, Analysis, and Predictive Maintenance - Real-time monitoring of offshore wind assets through digital twins. - Data analysis, anomaly detection, and trend forecasting. - Predictive maintenance and risk mitigation through digital twin insights. - Case studies on improved maintenance strategies. Digital Twins for Decision-Making and Optimization - The role of digital twins in operational decision-making. - Scenario analysis, optimization, and resource planning. - Integration with existing systems and software. - Future trends and advancements in digital twin technology. Course Instructors Espen Krogh Senior Technical Advisor, TGS Espen Krogh is a senior technical advisor in TGS and the chairperson of the OPC Foundation Wind Power Plant working group. In his career, he has worked his way from being SW developer in Kongsberg Maritime, to CTO- and eventually CEO in TGS Prediktor, a company that was acquired by TGS in 2022. Espen headed TGS Prediktor when the company was awarded and extensive real-time data management contract in the SSE/Equinor Dogger Bank project – the world’s largest offshore windfarm. TGS has data, expertise, and tools for the complete lifecycle of offshore windfarms. Thibaut Forest Principal Data Scientist, Equinor Thibaut Forest is a principal data scientist at Equinor with a six-year track record in creating digital solutions for wind farms. His skills in understanding data and using machine learning have been key in a wide array of projects aimed at making wind farms more profitable. These projects include work on both traditional and floating wind farms. Thibaut has led a team that watches over the health of wind farm equipment and is now working on new ways to use data to predict and prevent unexpected breakdowns. His work is especially important for the Dogger Bank wind farm, which is on its way to becoming the biggest of its kind in the world. The course outline is subject to change and a detailed agenda will be shared after enrollment.

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