WEST Publication: Grouse and Energy Infrastructure Meta-Analysis
WEST researchers Chad LeBeau, Kurt Smith, and Shay Howlin authored the recently published research article, “A meta-analysis investigating the effects of energy infrastructure proximity on grouse demography and space use,” in Wildlife Biology. A meta-analysis was conducted to understand the overall effect of distance to energy infrastructure on grouse behavior and demography. Results from the […]
Tool Release: Lesser Prairie-Chicken Habitat Evaluation Platform (LEPC HELP)
WEST was contracted by LPC Conservation LLC to create a user-friendly preliminary project evaluation tool to support lesser prairie-chicken conservation. This tool aims to assess how infrastructure associated with proposed energy projects could affect lesser prairie-chicken habitat. The project evaluation tool is designed following methods outlined in the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s framework and two existing Habitat Conservation Plans for evaluating impacts […]
REWRF Webinar: Lesser Prairie-Chicken Response to Wind Energy
WEST Senior Research Biologist Chad LeBeau will be presenting in the Renewable Energy Wildlife Research Fund (REWRF) webinar series. On Thursday, August 17th at 2:00 pm ET, Chad will present “Lesser Prairie-Chicken Habitat Selection and Survival Relative to a Wind Energy Facility Located in a Fragmented Landscape.” In this webinar you will learn about how […]
Tribute to International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Today we pay tribute to the indigenous communities across the world. Many past and present environmental leaders are indigenous, drawing from generations of accumulated knowledge of the natural world to advocate for its protection. We celebrate and recognize our indigenous community within WEST and the communities we serve.
WEST at ESA Annual Conference
The WEST team will attend the 2023 Ecological Society of America Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon, next week. Stop by booth #6 to meet our staff and learn more about our career opportunities. WEST founder and principal ecologist Dale Strickland will present “Making an Ecological Career in Private-Sector Environmental Consulting” on Monday, August 7th. Statisticians […]
Report Release: Regional Summaries of Wildlife Fatalities at Wind Energy Facilities in the United States and Canada
WEST is excited to announce that our 2022 Regional Summaries of Wildlife Fatalities at Wind Energy Facilities report is available on our website! This report is a comprehensive summary of wildlife fatality rates at wind energy facilities throughout the United States and Canada. The summary provides stakeholders a useful resource to compare fatality rates among similar facilities. Check […]
Congratulations!
We are thrilled to announce internal promotions within our accounting team! With these exciting changes, the accounting team is expanding their department. Check out our open positions and join this energetic and growing team! #WESTishiring #careers #joinourteam #accounting
WEST is Hiring!
WEST is looking for a Natural Resource Specialist to join our North Dakota team! To apply, visit our careers site: https://west-inc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/1244 #WESTisHiring #joinourteam #naturalresourcecareers #careers #environmentalconsulting
WEST Promotion
Congratulations Elizabeth Baumgartner (Libby)! Libby is excited to support the Bismarck Team as their Senior Manager, where her extensive knowledge of WEST staff, culture, processes, and resources will be an asset. Libby joined WEST in 2008. She has enjoyed supporting WEST through many support and leadership roles, from Environmental Report Writer to Senior Biologist and Project Manager. Throughout her career at WEST, […]
WEST Lesser Prairie-Chicken Habitat Tool
To support lesser prairie chicken conservation, WEST was contracted by LPC Conservation, LLC to create an easy-to-use preliminary impact analysis tool. This tool aims to assess the impact of a proposed infrastructure project on lesser prairie-chicken habitat, specifically within areas covered by two Habitat Conservation Plans. It is designed based on the methods provided in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife […]