Ten wind farms that will blow you away!
Overview Wind farms are where Pager Power began and we have worked on a large number of them over the years all over the world. It is always interesting to discover record setters, planning successes and impressively designed wind developments which set them apart from the others. The following article…
Managing Solar Convergence
Background Solar Convergence occurs when multiple reflective glass panels simultaneously reflect the sun to one point with an intensity greater than that of direct sunlight. In July 2017 the City of London issued a Solar Convergence Planning Advice Note (PAN) following over-heating problems caused by the concave façade of 20…
Minimising Nuisance from Aeronautical Lights
Background Wind turbines are fitted with aeronautical lights so they can be seen by pilots. Unfortunately these lights can have an adverse visual impact – particularly in rural areas. This article explores how impacts can be minimised whilst ensuring turbines can be seen by pilots. Lighting requirements Lighting requirements vary…
Do Solar Panels produce PV glare?
Yes they do. Strong (Photovoltaic) PV glare may be caused by reflections from a low sun. Whilst panels are designed to efficiently absorb direct and diffuse light they are often highly reflective at low angles. The claim that PV glare cannot occur because solar panels are designed to absorb light…
NATS Safeguarding: Overcoming Radar Objections
Overview Building developments and wind turbines in the vicinity of NATS’ radar infrastructure can receive an objection where a technical and operational impact is expected. Whilst UK wind development has slowed in recent years, the development of large buildings continues, and these can also impact upon NATS’ aviation infrastructure. This…
Solar glare modelling – (life after SGHAT)
Requirements for glare intensity modelling Glare intensity modelling is a common planning requirement for solar photovoltaic developments. Increasingly, it is becoming a requirement for other development types as well, for example shiny buildings or even outdoor statues. The starting point for this requirement was, most likely, airport concerns over solar…
Controlling risk of death with airport Public Safety Zones
Background In the United Kingdom Public Safety Zones (PSZs) are established at the end of airport runways to limit the likelihood of members of the public on the ground dying as a result of air accidents. What is the risk? There is always a risk – which is extremely small…
Radar Interference
In this article we consider forms of radar interference; causes; mitigation options and management for various types of radar. Radar Interference Principles Radars transmit and receive radio signals – analysing the received signal to determine the position of targets of interest – such as aircraft. Other physical entities can block…
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