Right whale

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Whale of a Time: Right Whales and Offshore Wind Turbines

Conservation - Endangered species - Martha's Vineyard - Offshore wind farms - Right whales - Turbines

Discover the intriguing relationship between right whales and offshore wind farms. Can these giants peacefully share the ocean?

In the midst of Martha's Vineyard, Vineyard Wind is erecting 62 towering turbines, each rivaling the height of the Eiffel Tower. However, this ambitious project has sparked a debate on the coexistence of right whales and offshore wind farms. These majestic creatures, known as right whales, are facing threats to their habitat due to human activities, including ship strikes and fishing gear entanglements. The question arises: can these gentle giants peacefully share the waters with these modern giants of renewable energy? As researchers delve deeper into this issue, balancing conservation efforts with sustainable energy development becomes paramount. Finding solutions that benefit both parties is crucial to safeguarding the environment and protecting these endangered species.

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Image courtesy of "Maine Public"

A closer look: can right whales and offshore wind safely coexist? (Maine Public)

Eve Zuckoff: Hi there, Patrick! Patrick Flanary: Vineyard Wind is building 62 turbines south of Martha's Vineyard – each stands as tall as the Eiffel ...

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A closer look: can right whales and offshore wind safely coexist? (New Hampshire Public Radio)

A tugboat prepares to pull 5120 off the Edgartown beach. IFAW researchers affixed a buoy to her flipper to keep track of the whale. Patrick Flanary: Offshore ...

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