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Writer's pictureMahendran R

Second Life for Blades: Vestas' Award-Winning Blade Circularity Solution

Hi Wind Energy Professionals / Sustainable Leaders,


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Blade Circularity Solution Wins JEC World Composite Innovation Award


I'm excited to share something very important  from Vestas that caught my eye. They've recently been awarded a prestigious prize for their innovative "Blade Circularity Solution," a project aimed at revolutionizing how we handle end-of-life wind turbine blades.


Join me to congratulate team Vestas and CETEC project Team for winning  JEC World Composite Innovation Award in the Renewable Energy category. 


I personally feel that the “Blade Circularity Solution”  is the most wanted solution not only for the wind energy sector but for sustainable development of the world.  

Blades - No more Landfills

Now, traditionally, these blades have posed a significant environmental challenge. They're massive, complex structures made with materials that are notoriously difficult to recycle. This often leads to them ending up in landfills, which isn't exactly ideal for sustainability goals.


But Vestas' solution tackles this head-on. Their technology essentially breaks down the used blades and repurposes the materials into new, usable components. Think of it as giving the blades a second life! This not only reduces waste but also creates a more circular economy within the wind industry, something that's crucial for long-term sustainability.


Following picture shows this simple process


An image explaining how Blade Circulatory Solution works
Blade Circulatory Solution Process

PC : Vestas 


Benefits :

This approach offers a multitude of benefits 


Reduced waste: By diverting blades from landfills, Vestas significantly minimizes their environmental footprint.


Circular economy: The extracted materials are reintroduced into the production cycle, promoting a more sustainable, closed-loop system.


Cost-effectiveness: Recycling materials can be cheaper than sourcing virgin resources, potentially lowering production costs.



Congrats to The Team:

JEC Composites Innovation Awards

It's important to acknowledge the collaborative effort behind this achievement. Vestas partnered with several organizations, including Olin, Aarhus University, Teknologisk Institut, Stena Recycling A/S, and Innovationsfonden. This combined expertise was instrumental in bringing the Blade Circularity Solution to life.


If you're interested in learning more about the specifics of this technology and its potential impact, I encourage you to check out the video linked in Vestas' social media update (Source: Vestas Social Media update). It's a great way to see how this innovation is truly changing the game for sustainable wind energy.


Also check here full award ceremony here 




Overall, this award win is a significant step forward for Vestas and the wind industry as a whole. It demonstrates the commitment to developing solutions that address the environmental challenges we face, and paves the way for a more sustainable future.



Bonus

Are you interested to work as sustainability leader with vestas  check this opportunity at Aarhus, Denmark  click here



Share your thoughts in comment section.

See you in the next update.


For Your Sustainable Development Journey, R. Mahendran


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