Framework for Testing the Effectiveness of Bat and Eagle Impact-Reduction Strategies at Wind Energy Projects

Karin Sinclair, Elise DeGeorge

Research output: NRELTechnical Report

Abstract

The objectives of this framework are to facilitate the study design and execution to test the effectiveness of bat and eagle impact-reduction strategies at wind energy sites. Through scientific field research, the wind industry and its partners can help determine if certain strategies are ready for operational deployment or require further development. This framework should be considered a living document to be improved upon as fatality-reduction technologies advance from the initial concepts to proven readiness (through project- and technology-specific testing) and as scientific field methods improve.
Original languageAmerican English
Number of pages47
DOIs
StatePublished - 2016

NREL Publication Number

  • NREL/TP-5000-65624

Keywords

  • barrier reduction
  • bat
  • deployment
  • detection
  • deterrent
  • eagle
  • NREL
  • testing
  • wildlife
  • wind

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