Site-Specific Model Data
Data is the core of Wind AXIOM. We aim to provide the most relevant data at every stage across the entire wind development project - whenever you need it. For this purpose, we source publicly available data in our database and cooperate with numerous partners.
Wind Models
| Global Wind Atlas | New European Wind Atlas | ERA5 | TGS Wind Model | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Category |
Raw - Public |
Raw - Public |
Refined - Commercial |
Refined - Unique |
Coverage |
Onshore: global |
Onshore: EU plus Turkey |
Onshore: global |
Central Atlantic Call Areas, Scotland, California*, Oregon*, Carolinas*, Campos* *To be added in Q3 2022 |
Period |
40 yrs |
10 yrs | 40 yrs | 11 yrs |
Start / End Date |
Jan 1979 to Aug 2019 |
Jan 2009 to Dec 2018 |
Jan 1980 to Today |
Jan 2010 to Dec 2020 |
Resolution - Spatial |
3 km |
3 km |
30 km |
1 km |
Resolution - Temporal |
6hr |
30min |
1hr |
1hr |
Height |
10, 50, 100, 150, 200m |
100, 150, 200m |
10, 31, 54, 79, 107, 137, 170, 205m |
80, 100, 120, 140, 160, 180m |
Model |
Wind Speed maps | Numerical Weather Prediction | Numerical Weather Prediction |
Numerical Weather Prediction |
Model Versions |
- | - | - | Uncalibrated, |
Update Schedule |
Static |
Static |
Monthly |
Annually |
| Uncertainty | High |
Medium |
High |
Low |
| Energy Output in Wind AXIOM | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Export | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Included in Wind AXIOM |
Explorer |
Explorer Bid Developer Lease Developer |
Explorer Bid Developer Lease Developer |
Bid Developer Lease Developer |
Lidar
Public
Open-source lidar data may have periods with low quality or anomalous data. Quality control (QC) of observational data involves a thorough review and analysis of the measured values and thereby increases the confidence with which the data may be used for further analysis. QC of open-source observations has been performed using a multi-set process that includes final review by expert analysts, not simply relying on automated workflows. This routine increases trust in derivative datasets, including those that are based on these measurements, adding significant value.
| Device Name | Source Institution | Time Period Available in AXIOM |
|---|---|---|
NYSERDA 05 |
NYSERDA |
2019-08-12 to 2021-05-03 |
NYSERDA 06 |
NYSERDA |
2019-09-04 to 2021-05-03 |
Atlantic Shores |
Atlantic Shores Offshore Win (EDF-Shell) |
2020-02-26 to 2021-04-29 |
Martha’s Vineyard |
Woods Hole Institute/MVCO |
2016-08-15 to 2020-09-01 |
Virginia Beach |
US DoE |
2014-12-11 to 2016-05-31 |
Morro Bay (Ca) |
US DoE |
2020-10-01 to 2022-02-16 |
NYSERDA 05 |
NYSERDA |
2019-08-12 to 2021-05-03 |
Lidar - TGS Multi-client
In June 2022, TGS announced the world’s first multi-client offshore wind measurement campaign for the New York Bight leases. In this project, we are utilizing one of the world’s most advanced floating LiDAR systems with the highest level of accuracy (stage 3 validation) from EOLOS. The data will be acquired continuously throughout a two-year deployment campaign, and the data stream will be quality-controlled and made available to customers daily. In addition to the LiDAR wind speed measurements, the data package will include critical metocean and environmental data such as significant wave heights, ocean current profile, and acoustic monitoring of whales, dolphins, birds, and bats.
Market Intelligence 
TGS company, 4C Offshore provides market intelligence data specifically for the offshore wind market. Tracking 2600+ offshore wind projects 4C offshore compiles and structures the commercial decisions across all components of the offshore wind industry and presents it in familiar, easy to use formats. Within Wind AXIOM, 4C Offshore subscribers can connect directly to 4C Offshore windfarm project cards to explore the specifics of each project. GIS and API services are also available separately from 4C.
| Name | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4C Offshore Windfarm Lease map | In-app access to every proposed and existing offshore wind lease and development area. | Frame your wind resource questions using the authoritative source of offshore wind boundaries, anywhere in the world. 4C subscribers can connect directly to Foresee windfarm statistics card. |
| 4C Offshore Wind Turbine map | In-app access to every completed offshore wind turbine in the world. | Understand where wind turbines have already been constructed, understand their distribution and placement decisions. |
| 4C Offshore Wind Cables map | In-app access to every planned and completed array, export and interconnector cable in the world. | Understand grid connection options and existing infrastructure nearby planned projects. |
| 4C Offshore Lidar buoy location map | In-app access to every known offshore floating wind lidar location. |
Understand the existing wind measurements that competitors and institutions have acquired. |
Contextual Resources
In Wind AXIOM, you have access to globally consistent contextual data resources.
| Theme | Subcategories | Description | Value | Sources include |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Environmental and Fishing |
|
In-app and GIS service access to globally consistent coverage polygons describing Environmentally sensitive areas and high fishing activity, with links to web resources where available. | Understand the distribution of environmental risks surrounding planned wind farms including in-app spatial analysis of those that encroach into planned projects. Design new project proposals to avoid areas that could involve increase permitting schedules. | EMODnet, marine cadastre, BOEM, fws, WRI, EU habitats/birds directives, Fiskeridir, Miljodirektoratet, JNCC, Scottish gov |
Marine Space Restrictions |
|
In-app and GIS service access to globally consistent coverage polygons describing Marine Space Use Restrictions with links to web resources where available. | Understand the distribution of other marine space users that would impact the construction of offshore wind farms and export cables. Includes in-app spatial analysis of those that encroach into planned projects. Design new project proposals to avoid areas that could involve increase permitting schedules. | NGA, EMODnet, US Army Corps of Engineers, NPD, OGA, marine cadastre, BOEM |
Bathymetry |
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Globally consistent view of water depth and bathymetric slope angle. | Instantly understand the water depth setting of planned projects. | GEBCO |
Onshore Transmission |
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Globally consistent map of onshore power lines and renewable infrastructure. | Understand proximity to onshore power network including in-app spatial analysis of nearest distance to onshore transmission. | Open Street Map |