Birds vs. Wind Farms

So here I was naive in my thinking that wind farms were a great addition to ways to create renewable energy. I mean sure wind farms are a fantastic way to help the planet, but in a way are they hurting it?

See, I had no idea the huge spinning turbines could interfere with flying birds and their migratory paths. I know common sense, but I failed to make that connection.

Well, a wind farm in Texas is trying to help our fellow winged creatures by installing new radar technology. Apparently the radars will shut off the turbines if animals are in danger of colliding into it. Pretty cool!

Check out the article, Using Radar to Protect Birds from Wind Farms, to learn more on this topic.