April 2009 – In 2008, the Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) began testing small wind turbines (SWTs) through its Independent Testing project. Four SWTs, including Gaia-Wind’s 11kW turbine, were selected through a competitive solicitation for testing at the National Wind Technology Center (NWTC). NREL’s NWTC is accredited by the American Association of Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) to conduct power performance, power quality, noise, safety and function, and duration tests to International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards. Results of the tests conducted on each of the SWTs will be publicly available and will likely be used by the Small Wind Certification Council (SWCC) to certify SWTs. The results may also be used by states to decide which turbines are eligible for state incentives.
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NREL to announce interim small wind turbine testing results during WindPower 2009
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Gaia-Wind to exhibit at WindPower 2009 in Chicago
Thursday, April 30th, 2009February 2009 - Gaia-Wind are pleased to announce their participation at the WINDPOWER 2009 Conference & Exhibition, to be held at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago from 4-7 May.
Gaia-Wind’s participation at this prestigious event for the second year in row underlines our presence in the North American small wind turbine market, which started with the participation of a Gaia-Wind turbine in the Independent Testing Program for Small Wind Turbines conducted by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Boulder, CO. The turbine has been in operation since May 2008 where it is being rigorously tested against 5 different IEC standards. Test results to date are positive and more than validate our advertised outstanding performance. They can be found on the NREL microsite.
Congress Lifts Cost Caps on Small Wind Turbine Tax Credit
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Jan 2009 - Economic Stimulus Bill Passes Congress, Containing Several Provisions Benefitting Small Wind.
Today the President signed into law the economic stimulus bill that includes a provision to uncap the federal small wind turbine Investment Tax Credit (ITC) originally passed last October. The removal of the cost caps on the small-wind ITC, the industry’s top legislative priority, will provide consumers with a true 30% tax credit for the purchase and installation of small wind turbines with rated capacities of 100 kilowatts or less. For a summary of the previous federal small-wind ITC passed in October, see www.awea.org/legislative/#SW.
Gaia-Wind listed as qualified wind generator in NY
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Jan 2009 - Gaia-Wind has been listed as a qualified wind generator by the New York State Research and Development Agency (NYSERDA). This means that the Gaia-Wind 11kw small wind turbine qualifies for a NYSERDA cash incentive starting at $46,720.
For more information please go to here.
The NYSERDA certification is a further testament to Gaia-Wind’s excellent operational credentials.
Program applicants are assessed on a range of strict performance criteria.
Gaia-Wind turbines incorporate more than 20 years of Danish wind industry design experience.
To date, there are over 180 worldwide Gaia-Wind installations.
Gaia-Wind qualifies for New Jersey’s Renewable Energy Incentive Program
Thursday, April 30th, 2009October 2008 - Gaia-Wind’s 11kW small wind turbine has been approved for funding under the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Clean Energy Program. The actual rebate levels can be found here
For more information please contact
Mark W. Loeser
New Jersey’s Clean Energy ProgramTM
c/o Vermont Energy Investment Corp.
75 Lincoln Hwy
Suite 100
Iselin, NJ 08830
732.218.4430 - Direct
866-NJSMART
732.634.8010 - Fax
December 2008
Gaia-Wind included in Wisconsin small wind cash rebate program
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Sept 2008 - Gaia-Wind has been listed as an eligible small wind turbine manufacturer by Wisconsin’s Focus on Energy rebate program, which provides cash incentives of up to $35,000 for on-site renewable energy projects.
More details about actual rebate levels can be found in the following APPLICATION FORM
Gaia-Wind installs first US turbine
Thursday, April 30th, 2009The main objectives of the NREL testing program are to monitor and record the performance of various small wind turbine models in five different IEC standard compliant tests over a period of approximately 18 months. Furthermore, the program is focused on small wind turbines that demonstrate the potential to achieve commercial success in the US market. With over 180 worldwide installations representing more than 1,000 years of combined operational history, Gaia-Wind possesses an established track record in the small wind turbine industry.
Gaia-Wind A/S was established nearly 20 years ago in Denmark. In 1996 the Gaia-Wind 11 kW turbine was the first turbine to receive the Danish HB certificate for small wind turbines. In 2006, Gaia-Wind relocated its administrative headquarters to Scotland in order to penetrate the UK and other international markets. The turbines continue to be manufactured in Denmark.
Gaia-Wind 11kW wind turbines have been developed according to “Danish design,” which incorporates more than 30 years of wind power industry experience and is the design basis for most utility-scale wind turbines in use today. Notable design elements include a gearbox, passive stall, three-tier safety system, tip brakes, amongst others. The turbine’s oversized rotor generates makes it suitable for low to moderate wind speed areas. In such wind regimes, the turbine generates an annual energy output that is superior to other machines with a comparable - and even higher - power rating.
In addition to the ongoing NREL program, Gaia-Wind is presently engaged in various initiatives intended to strengthen its presence in the US market. More specifically, the company is undergoing various certification processes in order to qualify for relevant state-sponsored grant schemes. In terms of marketing, Gaia-Wind is currently exhibiting at WindPower 2008 in Houston, and will participate in a number of similar events throughout the year.
Please refer to the company’s website, www.gaia-wind.com, for relevant news updates
The Gaia wind 11kw turbine at the NREL test site in Colorado
Meet Gaia-Wind at Windpower 2008 in Houston, Texas
Thursday, April 30th, 2009My 2008 - Gaia-Wind are pleased to announce their participation at the WINDPOWER 2008 Conference and Exhibition. This event is the largest wind industry trade show in America and will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX from 1-4 June. It is organized by the American Wind Energy Association and brings together a wide range of industry participants, ranging from new entrants to more established heavyweights. Attendees will have the opportunity to come face to face with leading industry players, products, and technologies. As usual, exhibition displays will be complemented by a series of workshops, seminars and other engaging activities.
More information on WINDPOWER 2008 can be found at:
Please come and visit us at booth 3453. Our stand will be manned by Johnnie Andringa,
Gaia-Wind’s managing director, and Andres Bluhm, in charge of business development for the United States.
Preliminary information requests can be emailed to usmail@gaia-wind.com
We look forward to meeting you in Houston!
