Renewable Energy and Wildlife Conservation
Exploring the synergy between energy needs and biodiversity
Christopher E Moorman author Steven M Grodsky author Susan Rupp author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Johns Hopkins University Press
Published:5th Nov '19
Should be back in stock very soon
This book discusses the interplay between renewable energy and wildlife conservation, advocating for a balanced approach that considers ecological impacts and policy directions.
The book Renewable Energy and Wildlife Conservation explores the intricate relationship between wildlife conservation and renewable energy. It emphasizes that while renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and biomass are often considered environmentally friendly, their impact on biodiversity can be complex and multifaceted. The authors highlight the potential for renewable energy infrastructure to both displace wildlife habitats and, when designed thoughtfully, to enhance species health and create new habitats.
In Renewable Energy and Wildlife Conservation, the contributors synthesize a wealth of research and practical insights to address the challenges at the intersection of these two crucial fields. They outline the processes involved in generating renewable energy, focusing on the four major sources: wind, bioenergy, solar energy, and hydroelectric power. The book reviews the documented effects of renewable energy production on wildlife and habitats, and it discusses current and future policy directions aimed at minimizing harm to wildlife populations.
The text serves as a vital resource for policymakers, industry professionals, and conservationists alike. It underscores the importance of using current scientific information to guide decision-making in order to balance energy needs with wildlife conservation efforts. The book concludes with a chapter that highlights emerging opportunities in renewable energy ecology, encouraging collaboration between sectors to foster sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and energy production.
A coming-together of noted authorities in [the energy and conservation] fields seeking a beneficial solution to both their respective purposes is heartening indeed. Given this, and all the information presented in its pages, Renewable Energy and Wildlife Conservation is a book that should be read by all who are professionally involved in both these fields as well as any others who are simply in search of a better understanding of two of the defining challenges of our age.
—Johannes E. Riutta, The Well-Read Naturalist
ISBN: 9781421432724
Dimensions: 254mm x 178mm x 22mm
Weight: 726g
280 pages