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
Greg Forcey
Wildlife biologist and project manager researching the effects of energy infrastructure on wildlife, with a focus on the offshore environment.
My Research
How does bat activity change at wind turbines across years in the offshore Atlantic Ocean?
Variation in bat activity from year to year and within years could influence collision risk from offshore wind turbines.
Regulation
How to write a comment letter for a proposed federal rule change
Proposed changes to environmental laws often negatively impact the ecosystems and animals they are trying to protect. Here, I provide guidance for submitting comment letters for proposed rule changes so they have maximum credibility when they are reviewed by regulators.
Wind-Wildlife Research
Review of bat fatality studies at wind farms shows curtailment is an effective approach to reducing mortality
Meta-analysis across eight wind facilities shows curtailment to be an effective approach for reducing bat collisions
Wind-Wildlife Research
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
Wind-Wildlife Research
Do painted wind turbine blades reduce bird fatalities?
Painting wind turbine blades in a different color has shown promising results for reducing bird fatalities.
Regulation
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
Regulation
Bird and Bat Conservation Strategies (BBCS) for Wind Energy Projects
How bird and bat conservation strategies are used in wind energy projects
Regulation
Biological assessments to facilitate wildlife permitting for energy projects
When and why a biological assessment is needed when permitting an energy project
Science Communication
The Best Subreddits for Wildlife Professionals
The best subreddits for wildlife professionals and the types of content they offer
My Research
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)
Science Communication
How to Write a Science Blog
My summary of a YouTube video describing blogging guidelines for scientists communicating research to the general public
