What site studies are done at the site?

During the development process, Trillium Wind will engage several firms to conduct studies including land surveys, habitat, wetlands, cultural, wind speed, communication and geotechnical surveys.

How are we protecting wildlife?

The Project will work closely with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to determine if there is any habitat for protected species in the project area. If so, the Project will conduct the necessary studies needed to understand how the final design will avoid impacting these species.

Modern wind turbines are often equipped with deterrents, like ultrasonic and audible emitters, that discourage birds and bats from approaching the machine. Turbine blade can also be painted with ultraviolet paint, making them more visible to birds.

Wind energy projects also can practice something called “curtailment”. This means slowing or stopping the blades from turning when collisions might be more likely. For example, during migration season.