Wind Energy and Bat Conservation Review Aims to Reduce Impact of Wind Turbines on Bats

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The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) has released a Wind Energy and Bat Conservation Review (Review) that provides industry and regulators with science-backed strategies for avoiding, minimizing, and mitigating the impact of wind turbines on bats.

The Review objectively summarizes the scientific and practical knowledge gained over several decades with respect to wind energy and bats. It reviews and assesses mitigation options at all phases of project development – from siting and pre-construction activities to wind farm operation – and advises on measures to offset impacts that cannot be avoided. The report strongly outlines an adaptive management approach, aimed at enabling wind facility operators to utilize site-appropriate techniques for... ... More: Official Press Release CanWEA

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