FED Report Assesses Wind Energy

A report on the environmental pros and cons of wind power is scheduled to be released April 25, 2007, by the National Academies National Research Council. The report is expected to cover topics such as "viewsheds," wildlife, habitat disruption, air pollution, water resources, and processes such as siting, construction, and operations.

When released, the report should be available here. NAS/NRC Contact: Bill Kearney, 202-334-2144. Details on the committee and its assignment are available here.