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Site Renewables Right

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United States

Publication date: February 25, 2021

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The Site Renewables Right map identifies where renewable energy can be developed in the central U.S. while still conserving important wildlife habitats and natural areas at the same time.

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Subject Tags

  • Climate impacts
  • Climate resilience
  • Climate mitigation

About the Tool

The Nature Conservancy supports the rapid expansion of renewable energy, and the ample wind and solar resources in the central U.S. offer the opportunity to provide clean, low-impact power for people and wildlife. 

The layers in the tool were created to identify areas where wind and solar development are unlikely to encounter wildlife-related conflict. The information on the tool is not intended to replace consultation with federal and state wildlife agencies and tribal governments. 

Detail of solar arrays seen on the roof of Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino (part of MGM Resorts) along the Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is one of the largest rooftop solar arrays in the nation.
Nevada Solar Detail of solar arrays seen on the roof of Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino (part of MGM Resorts) along the Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is one of the largest rooftop solar arrays in the nation. © Bridget Bennett

Learn more about the Site Renewables Right tool on nature.org.