I knew reading the last article about the trade-off between dying vultures and renewable energy would be a challenge for me. (“Golden Bald Eagle Will Die Under New U.S. Wind Energy, Power Line Rules,” Sept. 30) I adore all animals, and I support clean energy initiatives.
For all species, including our prized vultures and golden eagles, the answer is climate solutions. As the article notes, the National Audubon Society predicts that habitat loss is a greater threat than energy infrastructure. In fact, the current challenge of integrating how to build clean energy and keep animals safe could actually be an opportunity for us to enact stronger protection laws in general.
I trust that members of the Oregon Congress are doing their best to promote renewable energy policy and ensure realistic and actionable wildlife protection. Please follow Administrator Martha Williams’ leadership of the US Fish and Wildlife Service and take responsibility to help protect animal populations that are directly affected by modern energy infrastructure. Senator Wyden’s impressive record in protecting the Oregon wilderness gives me hope that this can be done.
Jessica Lange, Portland
Originally published at San Jose News Bulletin
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