Investigating Avian Attraction to Solar Energy Facilities Through a Lake Effect
Summary
SCH Number
2017058525
Public Agency
California Energy Commission
Document Title
Investigating Avian Attraction to Solar Energy Facilities Through a Lake Effect
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/26/2017
Document Description
The purpose of this Agreement is to fund research that investigates the mechanisms by which birds are attracted to utility-scale solar energy facilities (i.e., "lake effect hypothesis") and thereby identify potential deterrent or mitigation strategies for reducing bird fatalities. The researchers will be collecting data at existing solar energy facilities or in experimental facilities. The goal is to streamline the permitting process of renewable energy projects in CA.
Contact Information
Name
David Stoms
Agency Name
California Energy Commission
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Arcata, Barstow, Twentynine Palms
Counties
Humboldt, Kern, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
S:15306, Class 6
Reasons for Exemption
Information Collection.
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