UL Solutions releases new updates to Windnavigator & RRAP

We are excited to announce several significant updates to Windnavigator and RRAP that will transform the way you work.
With newly integrated access between these two tools, you will enjoy a unified, single-platform experience for end-to-end project planning – making it easier than ever to go from site prospecting to detailed analysis in one streamlined workflow.

• Wind speed range filter: Focus on the most viable wind locations by adjusting a wind speed range selector, allowing you to zero in on prime areas.
• Elevation contour lines: Use 10m resolution contours to strategically place turbines while minimizing levelling costs.
• Flexible payment options: From credits to bank transfers and credit cards, it is now faster to acquire grids, time series and maps without a lengthy procurement process.
• Transmission and substation access: View transmission lines above 25kV and substations, enabling quicker assessments of grid access for your projects.
• Comprehensive wind turbine data for US and Canada: Instantly access turbine wake impacts and specs like hub height, rotor size and more.
• Land use compatibility: Check land compatibility with the latest 10m resolution land cover data to ensure your project fits with the surrounding environment.

• Expanded power curve catalog: Now includes the newest power curves from VESTAS; SGRE and NOREX, giving you even more options to optimize your projects.
• Blockage effect estimation: Integrate blockage loss estimation into your Energy Yield Assessments for more accurate project results.
• Wind rose in layout editor: Optimize your turbined layout by factoring in wind direction directly within the layout editor.
• Polygons on grids: Easily visualize polygons while working on Grids, ensuring your WRG cover the entire project area.
• Import WRG external files in Grids tab
• Enhanced PDF reports: Now including wind rose and farm layouts for clear, detailed project insights.

This latest update unifies Windnavigator and RRAP in a seamless, integrated experience. Now, you can easily move from wind prospecting and grid assessment in Windnavigator to in-depth project modeling and analysis in RRAP – all without ever leaving the platform.

By unifying these two essential tools, we eliminate the need for multiple logins and data transfers, allowing you to focus on what matters: optimizing your renewable energy projects with speed and precision.