NWF Film Highlights Benefits of Responsible Offshore Wind for Wildlife, People, Habitats

This is a press release from the National Wildlife Federation:

A new short film from the National Wildlife Federation highlights the work being done across the United States to center wildlife, communities, and habitat protection in the responsible development of offshore wind energy.

“Tapping into the abundant wind resources off U.S. coasts will help meet the rising demand for energy, and can be done responsibly by engaging communities, scientists, conservationists, ocean users, and businesses at every step of the process,” said Amber Hewett, senior director of offshore wind energy at the National Wildlife Federation. “This film showcases the broad range of experts, innovators, and community leaders involved in ensuring this American energy source is developed responsibly. At a time when offshore wind is facing fierce political headwinds, we are eager to shine a spotlight on the people forging ahead with the research, monitoring, and outreach that will support the long-term success of offshore wind energy while protecting wildlife, local ecosystems, and coastal communities.”

Featuring:

 

• Maggie Ostdahl – Director of conservation policy, National Aquarium
• Eddie Ahn – Executive director, Brightline Defense
• Erik Johnson – Director of conservation science, Delta, National Audubon Society
• Alexis Baldera – Senior program manager, National Audubon Society
• Captain Paul Eidman – Recreational fisherman and light tackle guide
• Tim Janssen – Co-founder and CEO, Sofar Ocean

The short film can be found on YouTube, or downloaded for distribution HERE.