The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) and a group of leading wind energy companies recently met with Vancouver Mayor Gregor Roberston and senior city officials. The meeting focused on the importance of diversifying B.C.’s power sources with renewable generation like wind energy and the role municipalities play in advocating for a cleaner energy future. ”The…
Vancouver’s “Eye of the Wind” turbine builds on its wildlife-friendly foundation
It’s not difficult to find information on the adverse affects of wind turbines on wildlife. Despite mandatory environmental impact studies and improvements in avian deterrents, I still don’t think enough safeguards are in place for such species at most wind farms. So it was a nice surprise to visit a turbine that’s created a home…