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Energy Siting Resource Library

Reducing Avian Collisions with Power Lines

Prepared by the Avian Power Line Interaction Committee, this manual is intended to educate electric utilities, wildlife agencies, and other stakeholders on bird collisions with power lines and on what can be done to minimize these collisions. In addition to literature summaries and discussions on current practices and regulations, the guide contains an overview for developing one’s own Avian Protection Plan. (PDF, 6.5 MB)

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Recent Advances in Understanding and Influencing Gas Development in the Appalachian Region
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Using Audubon’s GIS Tools to Avoid Adverse Impacts to Priority Areas
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