Site Wind Right: Identifying Low-Impact Wind Development Areas in the Central United States
To help avoid the most catastrophic effects of climate change, society needs to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by mid-century. Wind energy provides a clean, renewable source of electricity; however, improperly sited wind facilities pose known threats to wildlife populations and contribute...
Main Authors: | Chris Hise, Brian Obermeyer, Marissa Ahlering, Jessica Wilkinson, Joseph Fargione |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-03-01
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Series: | Land |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-445X/11/4/462 |
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