We are delighted to share the insightful experience Gulf Wind Technology recently had while hosting students from Jefferson Parish Schools. Our team delved into the intricacies of aerodynamics, airfoils, and their role in wind turbine blade design. A notable highlight of the day was witnessing the practical application of wind tunnel testing to validate models.… Continue reading Engaging Future Engineers at Jefferson Parish Schools
We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, James Martin, has been honored with the Chairman’s Champion award by the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO). This recognition is a testament to Gulf Wind’s commitment to driving economic growth in the Gulf South through innovative renewable energy solutions. Larry Katz, the Chairman of JEDCO, named James Martin,… Continue reading Gulf Wind Technology CEO, James Martin, wins Chairman’s Champion award
Gulf Wind Technology are excited to be part of the core team building a growth strategy to leverage the U.S. Economic Development Administration Tech Hubs program for Gulf Coast Louisiana. Fantastic work by the Louisiana consortia! The GLOW Propeller consortium brings together public and private partners, including five universities (Louisiana State University, Southern University, Tulane… Continue reading U.S. Economic Development Administration Tech Hubs program
Our Chief Engineer, Murray Fisher, recently engaged in a podcast with the North Carolina School for Science and Math, exploring the intersection of STEM disciplines with wind energy engineering. 🌬️ The conversation covered technical aspects of wind energy engineering, providing a glimpse into the science behind the design and implementation of wind turbines. The discussion… Continue reading Podcast Discussion: STEM in Wind Energy Engineering
Gulf Wind Technology leaned-in to the opportunity to support Center for Planning Excellence (CPEX) with this ‘Power of Wind’ visit to Block Island. Louisiana is already a powerhouse in the energy market and has its sights set on being a big player in build out of the Offshore Wind supply chain. “This was a moment… Continue reading ‘Power of Wind’ visit to Block Island with Center for Planning Excellence (CPEX)
We are enjoying ramping up our K-12 STEM engagement in the region and leaning into our exciting wind energy partnership with Jefferson Parish Schools. This is all part of our Shell sponsored, Gulf Wind Technology Accelerator program, which is developing and demonstrating novel concepts to de-risk the renewable energy addition in the Gulf of Mexico… Continue reading Jefferson Parish School K-12 STEM engagement
Developing and demonstrating novel technologies to build confidence in Wind Power generation is core to the Gulf Wind Technology company mission. We are immensely proud that we are able to leverage the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) SBIR award program to catalyze our efforts. $72 million in funding has been allocated to assist small businesses… Continue reading Gulf Wind Technology selected for Department of Energy funding
Jefferson Parish, LA, May 20, 2023 – The largest public school district in Louisiana and Gulf Wind Technology are capitalizing on mission synergies that will be mutually beneficial, while having a long-lasting positive impact for Jefferson Parish. Shell’s investment of $10M in Gulf Wind Technology to form the Shell Gulf Wind Technology Accelerator Program, established a… Continue reading Avondale-based Gulf Wind Technology is announcing a long-term partnership with Jefferson Parish Schools.
Further leading on our engagement with energy industry talent centers for the Gulf of Mexico region, we are excited to employ and mentor University of New Orleans Wind Scholar interns as part of the recently launched Louisiana Wind Energy Hub at UNO. Congratulations to the lucky students who will gain the chance to work with our world-class engineers… Continue reading University of New Orleans Wind Scholar interns to work with Gulf Wind Technology’s world-class engineers
Highlights of this years 2023 IPF were numerous, with a record breaking turnout from global stakeholders. All credit to Liz Burdock and her amazing team at Business Network for Offshore Wind for a superbly curated event. Gulf Wind Technology’s CEO, James Martin enjoyed engaging with his co-panelists for the Gulf of Mexico workgroup, Sarah Courbis, Idrissa Idrissa Boube, Dave Karpinski, Dianna Phu, and Lacy McManus for: Gulf of… Continue reading Gulf Wind Technology at 2023 IPF
