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LAbird,



I probably owe Bill a commission for helping advertise this...and perfectly setting up the tradeoffs of how to responsibly site wind energy projects to result in a net win for birds. I will be presenting what we know about these tradeoffs as the wind energy discussion has moved into the northern Gulf of Mexico.



DATE: Sunday, July 23, 7pm Central Time



TITLE: Birds Need a Carbon-neutral Future – The Pros and Cons of Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Mexico



PRESENTER: Erik Johnson, Director of Conservation Science, Audubon Delta, National Audubon Society



WEBINAR DESCRIPTION Human-induced rapid climate change is predicted to impact all life across the globe, and as such, a shift toward renewable energy is critical to the future of humans, birds, and the environment. Both the State of Louisiana and the Federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management are moving forward with plans to develop wind energy projects in the northern Gulf of Mexico. For birds, this region is an important migratory flyway, provides critical nesting grounds, and is a non-breeding area for several endangered species. As such, responsible siting and operations is an important consideration to minimize risk to birds. This presentation will discuss these risks in consideration of expanding our renewable energy infrastructure in the southeastern United States.


Co-sponsored by Audubon Delta and the New Orleans Sierra Club



Register in advance for this webinar:





After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. The webinar will be recorded and subsequently posted.



Best,
Erik

Erik.Johnson AT Audubon DOT org