Portugal

Innovators/Entrepreneurs

Date of the expedition

From 04/03/2024 to 28/08/2024

Selected Track

Paired Teams

Project title

Post-mortem wind turbine downtime analysis with AI

Host Organization

EDP Renewables North America

Media

Biography

The “Post-mortem Wind Turbine Downtime Analysis with AI” project is crucial for EDPR NA as it aims to increase the accuracy and reduce the efforts to manually edit data from wind-turbine downtimes, leading to better maintenance management and operational efficiency. The main challenges include automating the classification of downtime data and handling unbalanced datasets.. Enlightenment.AI is interested in this project to explore the US market and the renewable energy industry, leverage our AI expertise, and foster collaboration with key players such as EDPR NA. This aligns with our goal to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and expand our international presence.

Project Summary

The “Post-mortem Wind Turbine Downtime Analysis with AI” project is crucial for EDPR NA as it aims to increase the accuracy and reduce the efforts to manually edit data from wind-turbine downtimes, leading to better maintenance management and operational efficiency. The main challenges include automating the classification of downtime data and handling unbalanced datasets. Enlightenment.AI is interested in this project to explore the US renewable energy market, leverage our AI expertise, and foster collaboration with industry leaders like EDPR NA. This aligns with our goal to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and expand our market presence.

Key Result

Through this project, we’ve gained a deeper understanding of the renewable energy sector. Our partnership with EDPR NA has provided valuable insights into industry-specific challenges, enabling us to tailor our solutions effectively. Working closely with EDPR NA has laid a strong foundation for future joint ventures and technological advancements.

Our research project for analyzing wind turbine downtimes has demonstrated strong performance and is now close to TRL 5. Testing these technologies in the US market has bolstered our innovation efforts and expanded our presence in the renewable energy sector, in which could be a long-term partnership.

Impact of the Fellowship

The fellowship has played a crucial role in building solid connections and partnerships both in Europe and the US. Attending events at the Ion District, Greentown Labs, and the Align AI Summit has allowed us to engage with key players in the energy space, as well as data executives in several industries, fostering relationships that are essential for our company’s success. These interactions have helped us establish a robust network, creating opportunities for collaborative innovation

Our accelerated engagement with data and AI enablers and R&D partners has been particularly impactful, paving the way for future collaborations. These connections have not only expanded our development capabilities but also provided valuable insights into emerging trends and technologies. By working closely with these partners, we will continue to refine and enhance our tech stack, ensuring we can meet industry needs faster and contribute to more efficient and sustainable energy practices. This collaborative approach strengthens our position in the market and supports our long-term goals of innovation and growth.