Innovative bird monitoring system to prevent collisions with wind turbines
About this good practice
An innovative system to prevent birds from colliding with wind turbines
Resources needed
The demand for financial and human resources depends on the number of wind turbines that will be installed.
Evidence of success
The Digisec Bird Monitoring System has significantly mitigated potential biodiversity risks, by reducing bird collisions with wind turbines and thereby addressing public environmental concerns. At the same time, it has decreased unnecessary turbine shutdowns, safeguarding the revenue of electricity producers.
Potential for learning or transfer
A prime example showcasing the effectiveness and transferability of the practice is Digisec's installation of 10 Bird Monitoring Systems offshore at the Beleolico offshore wind farm operated by Renexia SpA in Taranto, Italy. Beleolico, the first offshore wind farm in the Mediterranean, comprises 10 wind turbines with a total capacity of 30MW and can fully meet the energy needs of a city of 60,000 inhabitants.
The Bird Monitoring System is also expected to be installed to wind parks in Austria and Spain. Furthermore, in 2024 the company plans to enter the US market.