Taming the deadly wind farm – Key source of renewable energy often lethal for birds

If environmentalists and state officials have their way, the towering windmills that dot the Altamont Pass will be replaced and moved to prevent the killing of thousands of birds annually, including species protected under federal and state laws.

In an effort to curtail the carnage, they say the turbines — which provide one-third of California’s wind power — should be newer, taller models and be concentrated on the leeward side of the hills.

Jane Kay, Chronicle Environment Writer

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