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Harmonize the coexistence of wildlife and wind power energy.
Any alternative fuel designed to wean America off of oil can cause a host of other problems. Think of the unintended consequences of the 19th and 20th centuries’ dam-building spree that decimated our iconic salmon runs, and most recently the impact of corn ethanol production that raised food costs.

Wind Turbines, © jefflarsen.com

While Audubon strongly supports wind power, we recognize it will not be without some impact on wildlife and habitat. Therefore, we believe that production and transmission facilities must be planned, sited, and operated in ways that minimize and mitigate the impact on birds and other wildlife.

At the request of the Washington Fish & Wildlife Department, Audubon is taking a lead role with The Nature Conservancy in making sure wind power is wildlife-friendly, does not harm the landscape, and does not fragment habitat. Our success will be measured by the strength and consistent application of new statewide guidelines for siting and monitoring wind-power projects in eastern and western Washington.