Birds vs Blades? Offshore Wind Power and the Race to Protect Seabirds

Reviewed by: Jeri Fitzpatrick - GNGMS, Gray, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: May 30, 2017

Review

The book is great for really showing the scientific method used correctly. The start with the question about wind power and the possible damage it may do to bird populations. Next, it targets which birds may be harmed. Then scientist chose three of the high risk populations. Capture some birds, and place monitors to learn more about their habits. But why did I say they did the method correctly. At the end of the book, they state, "Clearly, experts' concerns about seabirds and wind farms in crude a lot of ifs. No one yet knows how wind farms will affect gannets. Scientists will continue to ask more questions and do more more research." The scientists who worked on the project communicated their findings with other scientists, government officials, and the general public. The contents include six chapters with photos, author's note, sources, glossy, selected bibliography, further information, and an index.

Overall Book Score: very good