Utility, Solar, Wind energy news

October 16, 2024

INDJI SYSTEMS VISITS CUSTOMER ACCIONA'S FORT BEND SOLAR FARM

Marty McKewon, Indji Systems’ Director of Renewable Energy and Chief Meteorologist, recently visited the Acciona Fort Bend Solar Farm near Houston, TX. These visits allow Indji Systems to gather valuable, in-field feedback on its Indji Watch software. Discussions during the meeting focused on hail mitigation tools, alerts and lightning safety, highlighting Indji Systems commitment to supporting the renewable energy sector through close customer engagement and continual product improvement.

July 1, 2024

NAVAGATING NATURE'S HAZARDS WITH INDJI SYSTEMS

In a recent interview with the Fire & Safety Journal, Indji Systems Product Manager, Mark Carniello, explains how Indji System uses their advanced technology for weather and wildfire hazard detection and how that impacts client safety, awareness and decision making. The conversation dives into the systems, such as NASA satellites, that Indji Systems uses and how Indji Systems is preparing for the future.

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June 27, 2024

INDJI WATCH PROVIDES SUPPORT TO THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES

Indji Systems Chief Meteorologist, Marty McKewon, again provided weather support for the 2024 College World Series. On the evening of June 15th, Indji Watch site specific monitoring of the stadium was essential in tracking developing storms. As storms arrived, delaying the 7pm game start, Marty relied on Indji Watch forecast radar to advise game officials that no further storms would occur after 10pm, allowing the game to be completed that night and the series to remain on schedule. Marty commented "the forecast radar was essential to my successful recommendation." 

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May 1, 2024

NASA'S FIRMS HELP GLOBAL INDJI WATCH CUSTOMERS STAY AWARE OF NATURAL HAZARDS

Indji Systems Product Manager Mark Carniello talks with NASA about how their Fire Information for Resource Management Systems (FIRMS), provide critical data to Indji Systems, allowing users to identify the location, extent and intensity of wildfire activity. Learn how the NASA instruments transmit critical wildfire data from up to 515m/830km above the earth, and how the NASA web services are being used by Indji Systems to create value to customers by adding additional geospatial data.

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April 11, 2024

INDJI SYSTEMS INNOVATES ADVANCED HAIL DETECTION FOR SOLAR INDUSTRY GROWTH

The latest upgrades to Indji Watch introduce intuitive, real-time radar visuals, enabling effortless storm tracking and hail detection for operators regardless of their technical acumen. This facilitates prompt protective measures, such as the preemptive stowage of solar panels, thereby minimizing risk and enhancing operational continuity. Furthermore, Indji Watch now offers an API for seamless integration with existing operational systems, allowing for automated protective responses.

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January 15, 2024

INDJI SYSTEMS CELEBRATES A DECADE IN THE RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY

Indji Watch is thrilled to announce our 10-year milestone in the renewable energy sector. Following our remarkable achievements in offering situational awareness to utility organizations, Indji Watch expanded our services to encompass wind farms, and more recently, solar farms, tailoring tools to meet the unique needs of each industry. Indji Watch remains at the forefront, delivering exceptional awareness of weather events that pose risks to employees and disrupt operations.

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December 15, 2023

INTERSOLAR NORTH AMERICA, JAN 17 - 19, SAN DIEGO, CA

Exciting news! We're making our debut at the Intersolar conference, diving into the vibrant world of solar energy. We’re eager to connect with attendees and hearing what you have to say about the industry. Swing by booth 1344 for a chat. Let's discuss your priorities and pain points related to extreme weather hazards and explore impactful solutions together. Can't wait to meet you and learn more about your business! Use our code ISNA2430598 for a free Exhibit Hall pass and 20% off a Full Conference pass.

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November 9, 2023

CEATI T&D Conference, Nov 14-15, Forth Worth TX

Indji Systems is thrilled to be exhibiting at the CEATI T&D Conference. With a focus on best practices, tools and technologies to improve grid resiliency and reliability, we are looking forward to talking to utility attendees and learning more about the issues they face and solutions they need. If you're attending, don't miss the chance to visit us at booth 213. Drop by, say hi, and share your business insights - we're eager to connect with you!.

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September 1, 2023

INDJI WATCH CHOSEN AS THE SELECTED SERVICE FOR THE VINEYARD WIND PROJECT

The eagerly anticipated Vineyard Wind 1 project, currently in progress, marks a historic milestone as it deploys the largest turbine being used in the western hemisphere. Indji Systems is proud to be a part of such a historic milestone and supporting the safe and successful operation of the site. Read how Indji Watch will aid the Vineyard project in safety and planning during and after completion.

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September 1, 2023

Connect With Us at T&D World Live, Sept 12-14

T&D World Conference and Exhibition is a new type of live event that focuses on answering tough questions and fostering new ways of thinking in the utility industry. We at Indji Systems are excited to be part of this dynamic event, where industry leaders come together to explore groundbreaking solutions. Make your way to booth 721, catch a live demo and be part of the conversation that's shaping the future of the utility industry.

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June 28, 2023

Indji Systems Chief Meteorologist Marty McKewon Aids College World Series

For the 2023 College World Series in Omaha NE, Chief Meteorologist for Indji Systems Marty McKewon used the Indji Watch service to deliver important forecasts and consultations. To assist in monitoring lightning and storms, the stadium was set up as a monitoring site for the event and lightning rings were customized to NCAA distance protocols which allowed him to provide CWS officials advance notice so early decisions could be made about player safety and when games could resume.

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May 19, 2023

Indji Systems Launches Hail Technology for the Solar Industry

Indji Systems revolutionizes the way solar industry stakeholders approach environmental threats. Their new cutting edge hail detection technology equips solar industry players with advanced capabilities to anticipate hail events, implement effective defensive measures and safeguard their investments.

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March 30, 2023

2022 Sees Renewable Energy Surpass Coal in US Electricity Generation

The US has been working progressively to broaden the renewable energy landscape. While there is still a long way to go, 2022 generated roughly 100 terawatt-hours more of electric power than coal, with wind and solar being the second biggest source of electric power. There is more work to be done, but the trend is looking up.

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March 15, 2023

IEEE Grid Edge Technologies, San Diego CA, APR 11-12, Booth 532

Indji Systems is excited to be exhibiting at this new collaborative forum helping to shape the future of the Utility industry. The key to Indji's success is understanding what the utility industry needs are around wildfires and natural hazards, then creating solutions to help them increase efficiency and safety. Stop by our booth. We'd love to hear about your utility role and how wildfires and natural weather hazards are impacting you.

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February 10, 2023

Visit us at O&M, Orlando FL, Mar 1-3, Booth 709

New Year, new venue. The Clean Power O&M and Safety Conference will take place in Orlando FL, Mar 1-3 this year. Indji Systems is looking forward to exhibiting at the new location and we'd love to see you there. In addition to our Indji Watch for Wind product, we've recently launched Indji Watch for Solar organizations. Whether you work in the wind or solar industry, be sure to stop by and say hi. We'd love to hear about your concerns and share our solutions.

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September 9, 2021

Indji Watch Release Strengthens Leadership Position

The renewable energy industry is about to explode with growth. To meet the needs extreme weather will create on the industry, a new version of Indi Watch has been released. We have new tools and content to address the needs of battery storage and solar operations, while maintaining our leadership position in wind. From wildfires to large hail and lightning damage, we have your answers.

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October 28, 2021

Site visits improve the Indi Watch Product

Indji Watch Product Manager Mark Carniello and Meteorologist/Renewable Energy Director Marty McKewon, spending the day at the Longroad, Cascade solar site learning how their site works and the impacts of hazardous weather on their assets and daily operations.

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October 24, 2021

iP Utility Safety Conference  Expo, Glendale, AZ

Safety is a key part of the Indji Systems solution, and we are excited to be exhibiting at the iP Safety Conference & Expo in Glendale, AZ Nov 8 & 9. If you'll be in attendance, be sure and stop by our booth, 306, and see how Indji Watch is helping to keep utility line workers safe from hazardous weather.

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December 9, 2021

Extreme Indji Systems a 2021 Leadership in Wind Energy Winner

Indji Systems is extremely proud to be the recipient of the Windpower Engineering & Development 2021 Leadership in Wind Energy for Simulation Services award. Everything we do is based on customer feedback and providing services that customers need. Thank you for recognizing us as a leader in wind energy solutions.

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October 27, 2021

Extreme Weather Impacts on Renewable Energy and ERCOT Operations - Live Webinar

Join Indji Chief Meteorologist Marty McKewon Wed. Oct. 27 at 2:00pm EDT, as he reviews the weather conditions that contributed to the Feb. 2021 event, what caused renewable energy plants in Texas to lose power production, and what could be done now to mitigate events like this and lessen the substantial impact they have on human life.

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