Top 10 Wind Energy experts to follow
Henrik Stiesdal – Often referred to as the “godfather of wind energy”, Stiesdal has contributed to the development of modern wind turbines. He has been part of the wind energy industry since the late 1970s and was the Chief Technology Officer of Siemens Wind Power.
Steve Sawyer – As the former Secretary-General of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), Sawyer played a pivotal role in promoting wind energy globally. He consistently advocated for the integration of wind energy into the global energy mix.
Christine Lins – Lins served as the Executive Secretary of the Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century (REN21). Under her leadership, the importance of wind energy, among other renewable sources, was highlighted globally through influential reports.
Dr. Fort Felker – With an extensive background in aerospace engineering, Dr. Felker has been a major figure in wind turbine aerodynamics. He's the Director of the National Wind Technology Center at NREL, playing a pivotal role in research advancements.
Ditlev Engel – As the CEO of DNV GL Energy, and former CEO of Vestas, one of the world's largest wind turbine manufacturers, Engel's insights into the wind energy market are highly regarded.
Dr. Rebecca Barthelmie – A professor at Cornell University, Dr. Barthelmie specializes in atmospheric science and wind energy. Her research on the aerodynamics of wind farms is foundational to the industry.
Emma Pinchbeck – The CEO of Energy UK, Pinchbeck previously served as the Executive Director of RenewableUK, where she strongly advocated for wind power, emphasizing its crucial role in the UK's energy transition.
Mark Z. Jacobson – A professor at Stanford, Jacobson's research involves creating roadmaps for transitioning countries to 100% renewable energy. His work often highlights the significant role of wind energy in achieving this vision.
Morten Dyrholm – As the Group Senior Vice President of Vestas, Dyrholm has been at the forefront of wind energy innovations, especially in areas of turbine technology and wind project management.
Giles Dickson – The current CEO of WindEurope, the association representing the wind energy sector in Europe, Dickson is a prominent voice in policy discussions related to wind energy and its growth in Europe.