The VCCT technology can operate at wind speeds between 7 and 134 mph, whereas traditional horizontal-axis wind turbines typically stop generating power at wind speeds of about 44 mph
According to an official statement, the damage is believed to have occurred while GE Vernova was commissioning the turbine before Vineyard Wind was given control and responsibility for the turbine
The company considered this the best decision after completing its assessment of what it deems as challenging market conditions across Europe and Australia