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OverviewThe generation of electricity by wind energy has the potential to reduce environmental impacts caused by the use of fossil fuels. Although the use of wind energy to generate electricity is increasing rapidly in the United States, government guidance to help communities and developers evaluate and plan proposed wind-energy projects is lacking. Environmental Impacts of Wind-Energy Projects offers an analysis of the environmental benefits and drawbacks of wind energy, along with an evaluation guide to aid decision-making about projects. It includes a case study of the mid-Atlantic highlands, a mountainous area that spans parts of West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. This book will inform policy makers at the federal, state, and local levels. Table of Contents Front Matter Summary 1 Introduction 2 Context for Analysis of Effects of Wind-Powered Electricity Generation in the United States and the Mid-Atlantic Highlands 3 Ecological Effects of Wind-Energy Development 4 Impacts of Wind-Energy Development on Humans 5 Planning for and Regulating Wind-Energy Development References Appendix A About the Authors Appendix B Emission Rates for Electrical Generation Appendix C Methods and Metrics for Wildlife Studies Appendix D A Visual Impact Assessment Process for Evaluating Wind-Energy Projects Full Product DetailsAuthor: National Research Council , Division on Earth and Life Studies , Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology , Committee on Environmental Impacts of Wind-Energy ProjectsPublisher: National Academies Press Imprint: National Academies Press Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.658kg ISBN: 9780309108348ISBN 10: 0309108349 Pages: 394 Publication Date: 27 September 2007 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1 Front Matter; 2 Summary; 3 1 Introduction; 4 2 Context for Analysis of Effects of Wind-Powered Electricity Generation in the United States and the Mid-Atlantic Highlands; 5 3 Ecological Effects of Wind-Energy Development; 6 4 Impacts of Wind-Energy Development on Humans; 7 5 Planning for and Regulating Wind-Energy Development; 8 References; 9 Appendix A About the Authors; 10 Appendix B Emission Rates for Electrical Generation; 11 Appendix C Methods and Metrics for Wildlife Studies; 12 Appendix D A Visual Impact Assessment Process for Evaluating Wind-Energy ProjectsReviewsAuthor InformationCommittee on Environmental Impacts of Wind Energy Projects, National Research Council Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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