Thunderstorm over a wind farm

Lightning solutions for wind energy

Superior lightning detection, anywhere.
Wind turbine with lightning

Lightning affects the entire wind farm life cycle. From construction and turbine selection to safety and operational continuity, Vaisala’s lightning solutions are optimized to improve weather awareness and project success.

Vaisala’s lightning solutions are rooted in our proprietary ground-based network data, Global Lightning Dataset (GLD360) and National Lightning Detection Network (NLDN) — both part of our Xweather family of subscription based products. No other lightning detection networks are as reliable, cover the entire globe with such resolution and accuracy, offer the same consistent level of performance, or can be seamlessly integrated to improve so many other technologies.

Modern data-as-a-service lightning solutions are cost-effective, low-risk ways to improve weather awareness and project success. They are available immediately, with little or no capital costs, construction, or permitting, and the gains they provide can readily offset the investment it takes to use them.

Lightning over windmills

Optimize your wind energy farm with striking accuracy

Vaisala solutions are easy to deploy, trusted around the globe, and immediately available. We’re ready anytime to talk with you about your specific needs.

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Global lightning density map

See where lightning strikes with the Vaisala Xweather global lightning density map. Compare the average number of lightning events per km2 per year for every country then zoom in to see how much lightning occurs in your state or province.
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Lightning Integrator for Wind Energy

Quick and easy access to Vaisala's high-quality, accurate historical lightning data through an API or an easy-to-use web interface for data-driven safety and planning practices, advanced risk assessments, and incident reporting.
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Product Spotlight

Strike Damage Potential for Wind Energy

Reliably distinguish between low-risk lighting strikes and those with greater potential to cause wind turbine damage. This creates substantial efficiency and allows wind stakeholders to plan decisively and quickly.
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