The 2022 International Partnering Forum (IPF) took place this year April 26-28, 2022 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. IPF is well known as the premier offshore wind energy conference in North America. The event is hosted by the Business Network for Offshore Wind. IPF connects all kinds of global leaders and businesses in the supply chain. It offers great networking opportunities, and delivers important breaking updates on the industry, including technology, policy and more.
New Jersey became a pioneer in the offshore wind supply chain with three renowned active projects: a wind superport, a monopile facility and two nacelle manufacturing facilities.
The 2022 IPF conference offers incomparable networking opportunities to tap into those investments being made in local communities, as well as to access the supply chain.
IPF is by far the largest offshore wind conference in the Western hemisphere. Not only does it bring together the global offshore wind supply chain, but it also provides the latest resources for networking, education and platforms to help businesses grow.
Ninth year of annual International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum (IPF)
This was the ninth edition of annual International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum (IPF), which brought together nearly 3,000 attendees from hundreds of businesses worldwide.
The conference also included workshops and presentations from leaders in the industry such as Vestas North America President Laura Beane, the Atlantic Shores Commercial and Finance Director Joris Veldhoven, Ørsted CEO David Hardy and many others.
IPF experienced tremendous growth over the years, which is as well indicative of the growth we have seen in the Offshore Wind industry, and the commitment of all the attendees to seizing opportunities like this one to create new connections and strengthen existing ones. This is essential for a strong offshore wind supply chain both domestically and abroad.
Envocare’s first year to attend the annual Offshore Wind IPF
ENVOCARE is a full-service environmental firm established in 2015 performing environmental testing, oversight of remediation projects which incorporates their subsidiary company UAV Inspections, LLC Drone Technology. They operate state-of-the-art technology and integrate their team of environmental experts to provide the most available accurate data interpretation for clients. Inspection services include 3D, point cloud, lidar, and thermographic scans, mapping and surveys to provide seamless damage assessments.
This was Envocare’s first year attending the annual Offshore Wind IPF. “It was an exciting experience to attend workshops and network with established stakeholders while they navigate this significant role of the energy landscape of the US. It’s a great feeling to connect and network with a passionate, diverse group of small US businesses and European based companies all contributing to the positivity of pursuing offshore wind projects”, said Colleen Russo, Program Manager. The IPF consisted of local small businesses as well as larger firms that play significant key roles in various components off the Offwind Industry.
Envocare would like to use their skills and technology in the development phase and is engaging with other businesses optimistic about the possibility of inspecting blades in the O&M phase. They are small New Jersey business with big goals committed to help staff the project and integrate technical training to maximize productivity. Our unique comprehensive approach of FAA certified pilots, engineering, biology, hydrology, and geospatial analysts allows us to consolidate mobilizations and reduces overall project cost. Our small business is considerably growing and applying sustainable principles to reduce overall carbon footprint. “This industry just seems like it fits in with our core values.”
Envocare was honored to be showcased by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA) at the conference in an effort to highlight New Jersey as an emerging hub for offshore wind in the U.S.
EnerKnol’s key takeaways
Some key takeaways from the EnerKnol team include:
– Renewable Energy Policy Developments Impacting North Atlantic Region Are Vital To Engineering & Services Firms Which Operate In That Region.
– Small to Mid Sized Wind Firms Need To Do A Better Job At “Following the Money”.
– Permitting, RFP Management & Wind-based Policy Making Are Critical.
2023 International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum
According to the Network’s recent announcement, the 2023 International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum will take place in Baltimore, Maryland at the end of March and will be supported by Aker Solution, the State of Maryland, and US Wind.
