In this session, the Darcy team will explore high-potential areas for enhancing wind power; deploying "O&M" solutions for enhancing long-term performance of existing onshore wind assets, and deploying offshore networks to enhance the interconnection of new offshore wind assets (as things develops within and beyond the North American market). Please join this session to gain our perspective of the landscapes for this technology areas, as well as the perspectives of industry experts who hard at work at developing and operating wind resources.

About the Topic

As wind energy capacity expands rapidly around the globe, the challenge is no longer just about deployment, it's about maximizing performance and enabling smarter, more resilient grid integration.

Onshore, operators are increasingly turning to advanced monitoring, analytics, and automation tools to extend asset life and improve O&M efficiency. Offshore, the conversation is shifting from single radial connections to more integrated and scalable network designs, supported by a new wave of technologies and regulatory frameworks.

This session will explore the latest innovations reshaping both onshore and offshore wind, including:

• Predictive diagnostics and blade health monitoring
• Emerging offshore asset types (e.g., spar, TLP, barge)
• HVDC and subsea infrastructure
• Lessons from Europe’s coordinated grid planning efforts

About the Speakers

• Travis Douville, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Grid Integration Lead, at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), where he advises the US Department of Energy on large-scale offshore wind planning and interconnection. He will present key findings from the West Coast Offshore Wind Transmission Study (WOW-TS), with a focus on grid readiness, interconnection modeling, and regional planning insights.
• Morgan Putnam, HVDC Principal Consultant and Director of Business Development at DNV, where he leads global strategy and advisory services for HVDC and FACTS technologies. Morgan will present insights from two industry-defining initiatives: the HVDC Standards Joint Industry Project, which brings together developers, OEMs, and RTOs to streamline HVDC deployment across North America; and the POINTS Consortium, a collaborative effort supporting Northeast states in planning offshore transmission infrastructure. His presentation will provide context on technical standards, regional coordination, and how utilities can actively participate in shaping the future of offshore grid interconnection.

About the Audience This session is designed for:

• Wind project developers and engineers
• Utility transmission and grid planners
• ISO/RTO and TSO representatives
• Energy policymakers and regulators
• Firms involved in HVDC or offshore substation development
• Utilities exploring interconnection options for OSW projects

It will be especially relevant for organizations seeking to better understand how to integrate large-scale wind while maintaining grid reliability, and for those tracking Europe’s leadership in offshore transmission development.