Renewable Energy

Supporting the Growth of Renewable Energy

The renewable energy sector—including wind, solar, hydro, and offshore projects—requires rigorous inspection, testing, and quality assurance to maintain safe and reliable operations. Renewable infrastructure is exposed to challenging environmental conditions, making robust inspection and asset management critical.

At Libellum, we deliver specialist Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), inspection, and QA/QC services for renewable energy assets across their entire lifecycle, helping operators ensure compliance, performance, and long-term integrity.

Inspection Services for Renewable Energy Assets

We provide expert inspection services for:

• Offshore and onshore wind farms – turbines, towers, blades, and foundations

• Solar farms – photovoltaic panels, electrical infrastructure, and mounting systems

• Hydropower facilities – dams, turbines, penstocks, and pipework

• Energy storage and grid integration systems

• Structural and mechanical components across renewable installations

Our inspections minimise operational risks, prevent failures, and help maintain peak efficiency.

Comprehensive QA & Vendor Support

Libellum provides full quality assurance and control services, including:

• Vendor inspection & supplier quality surveillance

• Review and approval of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) & Quality Control Plans (QCPs)

• Material certification verification & full traceability (MTCs)

• Welding procedure & welder qualification (WPS, PQR, WPQ)

• Dimensional inspection & fabrication verification

• Documentation control, review & handover packs

• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) & Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

• Third-party inspection & client representation

• Non-conformance management & technical reporting

Advanced NDT for Renewable Energy Assets

Our inspectors provide precision NDT services to maintain structural and mechanical integrity:

• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

• Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)

• Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD)

• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)

• Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI)

• Visual Inspection (VT)

• Corrosion mapping & condition monitoring

These methods ensure early detection of defects, corrosion, or material fatigue—critical for long-term renewable asset performance.

Compliance & Standards in Renewable Energy

Libellum ensures all inspections adhere to applicable UK and international standards:

• Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR)

• API and EEMUA standards for tanks and pipelines where relevant

• ISO standards for welding, fabrication, and QA/QC

• Client-specific technical and regulatory requirements

Why Specialist Inspection Matters in Renewable Energy

Renewable energy infrastructure faces unique challenges:

• Exposure to harsh environmental conditions (wind, saltwater, sun, temperature variation)

• High-value mechanical and electrical components

• Complex offshore and onshore construction environments

• Regulatory compliance and operational safety requirements

Libellum ensures every inspection is documented, traceable, and compliant, giving operators confidence in asset reliability and safety.