Wind Energy
2008 Workshop

On March 4, 2008, CDFW hosted the first in a series of Wind Energy workshops. This workshop was an introduction to CDFW staff on wind energy production and an overview of the Guidelines. Presenters included several CDFW experts, a National Renewable Energy Lab representative, a representative from a wind energy research and development leader, and a consultant to the CEC and a leader in raptor research.

• March 4, 2008 Slide Presentations
  • California Guidelines for Reducing Bird and Bat Impacts from Wind Developments
    presented by Dick Anderson (PDF)
  • Perspective on Impacts and Mitigation - CEQA and Other State Laws
    presented by Scott Flint (PDF)
  • Bats and Wind Energy 101
    presented by Bronwyn Hogan (PDF)
  • An Overview of the Wind Power Project Development Process and Siting Considerations
    presented by Sara Parsons (PDF)
  • Wind Technology and Wildlife Interactions
    presented by Robert Thresher (PDF)
• Questions and Issues from the class (PDF)
• Presenter Biographies (PDF)
• Decision Tree (PDF)