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We would like to invite you to come and see the posters at our upcoming conference. The posters will showcase a diverse range of research topics, and will give delegates an opportunity to engage with the authors and learn more about their work. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or simply curious about the latest developments in your field, we believe that the posters will offer something of interest to everyone. So please join us at the conference and take advantage of this opportunity to learn and engage with your peers in industry and the academic community.
PO340: Using bird sensitivity maps to guide low-impact wind farm siting across Europe
Daniel Mitchell, Marine Programme Manager, BirdLife
Abstract
To deliver Europe’s climate targets while minimising harm to biodiversity, the siting of wind farms must be informed by robust ecological data. Bird sensitivity maps are well-established and critical tools in this effort. These spatial tools identify areas where wind energy projects are likely to pose high collision or displacement risks to sensitive species, helping planners and developers to avoid the most ecologically sensitive sites from the outset, as indicated by the first step of the mitigation hierarchy (avoidance). Bird sensitivity maps are relevant for planners, developers, permitting authorities, governments and environmental experts seeking to improve the predictability and sustainability of wind farm development. Sensitivity maps should be used from the outset in spatial planning, in selecting auction sites, in site screening for developers and many other areas, not only in permitting and regulator decisions. The report gathers all available bird sensitivity maps in all EU Member States, describing 14 maps for offshore wind, and 19 maps for onshore wind.
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