Wind-Wildlife Research
Ultrasonic deterrents have limited effects on reducing bat fatalities at wind facilities
New research suggests limited effectiveness of ultrasonic deterrents for bats at wind facilities
How to study the effects of offshore wind energy on birds and bats in the Eastern United States
Research identifies the most important topics to improve understanding of offshore wind's impacts on birds and bats
Do painted wind turbine blades reduce bird fatalities?
Painting wind turbine blades in a different color has shown promising results for reducing bird fatalities.
Permitting Updates for Incidental Take of Eagles and their Nests in 2024
A summary of the new 2024 federal regulations for permitting incidental take of bald and golden eagles
Bird and Bat Conservation Strategies (BBCS) for Wind Energy Projects
How bird and bat conservation strategies are used in wind energy projects
Biological assessments to facilitate wildlife permitting for energy projects
When and why a biological assessment is needed when permitting an energy project
The Best Subreddits for Wildlife Professionals
The best subreddits for wildlife professionals and the types of content they offer
Post-construction Offshore Wind Bird and Bat Research Using Acoustic and Thermographic Offshore Monitoring (ATOM)
Offshore wind bird and bat post-construction monitoring with Acoustic and Thermographic Offshore Monitoring (ATOM)
How to Write a Science Blog
My summary of a YouTube video describing blogging guidelines for scientists communicating research to the general public
How to Tweet about Science and Sustainability
My summary about a YouTube video on tweeting for science and sustainability
ThermalTracker-3D: offshore bird and bat monitoring
ThermalTracker-3D uses thermal and visible-light cameras and image recognition software for bird and bat activity monitoring offshore.
Northern long-eared bat now listed as endangered
On March 31, 2023, the northern long-eared bat became listed as an endangered species, primarily due to population declines from white-nose syndrome.
Reducing Bat Mortality at Wind Farms with the Turbine Integrated Mortality Reduction (TIMR) Smart Curtailment Technology
Smart curtailment technology reduces bat mortality by shutting down turbines when bats are present and wind speeds are moderate
