We have been completing shadow flicker assessments for more than 15 years across numerous countries, so you can trust us to help you avoid costly turbine shutdowns and meet your planning deadlines.
Shadow flicker is caused by rotating wind turbine blades repeatedly intercepting the position of the Sun in the sky. When this effect is experienced through the window of a neighbouring property, the phenomenon can cause varying light levels that negatively impact the amenity of its occupiers. Pager Power can accurately determine the times and dates that shadow flicker can occur at these properties, with the objective of ensuring that your project is developed to the appropriate standards and optimising the requirement for turbine shutdown. This will reduce the likelihood of a shadow flicker objection materialising, which decreases the likelihood of experiencing delays and incurring additional costs for your project.
How is shadow flicker assessed?
Shadow flicker is normally assessed for properties in the vicinity of a wind turbine, with the maximum assessed distance between turbine and property typically being a function of the rotor diameter. A geometric model is then used to determine how often the turbine’s rotor would intercept the line of sight between a window in a property and the Sun. The duration of shadow flicker is then calculated and assessed against the most applicable guidance.
How can we help?
We offer a comprehensive service covering initial modelling, mitigation analysis (such as shut down schemes) and assessment of additional complex parameters such as localised weather and prevalent wind conditions. Pager Power can support the whole planning process for your development from scoping through to the submission of the appropriate environmental impact reports.
“Pager Power has provided a thorough, professional and timely service with excellent follow up. Their informed advice has provided crucial assistance to aid our clients’ decision making.”
Nigel Wright
Senior Project Manager, Turner & Townsend
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Pager Power leads the way in technical consultancy for renewable and urban projects, and our team of experts are on hand to solve your planning issues. We thrive on addressing client concerns; from engaging across time zones to attending meetings globally, we work to give your project every chance of success.
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From your first contact with us, we will identify the issues your project faces, your deadlines, and any other key parameters. We want to hear about you, how you work and your project, so that we can tailor our approach to your exact needs. From the first conversation we will develop a suitable scope of work with the key focus of moving your project or application forwards.
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We offer a competitive standard delivery timeframe of 30 working days for our assessments. However, we can also offer guaranteed accelerated delivery options for occasions where time is of the essence. If you are in need of an assessment with a tight turnaround, do not hesitate to ask; we will try our utmost to accommodate your project timeline.
