Balancing Clean Energy and Wildlife: The Impact of Floating Solar on Waterbirds
18/05/2025
A new study from UC Davis, published in May 2025, explores how floating solar energy projects, or floatovoltaics, affect waterbirds, offering key insights for harmonizing renewable energy development with wildlife conservation. The research highlights potential benefits, such as birds using panels for nesting, and challenges, like pollutant risks, providing a framework for sustainable growth in this emerging industry.