Kenny Gaudet
Kenny Gaudet is from Stephenville, NL. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy for 11 years as a Marine Engineer Technician, working as an Operator, Diesel Mechanic, and Gas Turbine Maintenance Instructor. Before leaving the Navy, he acquired his Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal. Kenny then moved back to Newfoundland and Labrador and became a Millwright instructor at the College of the North Atlantic (CNA) at the Corner Brook Campus. He is currently teaching the Mechanical component of the Wind Turbine Technician Program at CNA Bay St. George Campus. Kenny is married with 2 children and enjoys reading, playing board games, and music.
May 8, 2025 Day 2
Wind to Hydrogen – Empowering the Next Generation for a Sustainable Energy Future
This presentation explores the transformation of wind energy into hydrogen and ammonia, emphasizing its role in Newfoundland and Labrador’s transition to a green economy. It highlights safety and environmental mitigation strategies in wind turbine operations, ammonia storage, and hydrogen fuel applications. Key topics include wind turbine installation, operations and safety, the role of Ammonia in Hydrogen Conversion, Hydrogen and Ammonia Safety and Environmental Mitigations, Hydrogen as an Alternative Fuel for Vehicles and CNA’s Commitment to Student Empowerment.