Did you know birds can be electrocuted on power lines and in substations? This interaction between birds and power infrastructure can cause bird mortality, equipment damage, power and revenue loss, and in some cases, wildfires. The Avian Power Line Interaction Committee (APLIC) recently released Suggested Practices for Avian Protection on Power Lines. This much-anticipated document details strategies to help companies ensure reliability in their power infrastructure systems (transmission lines, distribution lines, and substations) while simultaneously protecting wildlife and reducing the potential risk of associated wildfire ignition.
WEST has decades of experience helping utilities and energy companies navigate the complex intersection of power infrastructure operation, regulatory compliance, and wildlife conservation. Our specialists bring deep expertise in avian risk assessment, power line and substation design review, and avian protection plan development, working directly with clients to advance practical, science-based solutions that protect both birds and system reliability.
Contact one of WEST’s Wildlife–Power Interactions Specialists, Meggin Weinandt ([email protected]) or Geoffrey Palmer ([email protected]), to learn how WEST can provide guidance and support to incorporate these state-of-the-art practices into your projects!
Review the Suggested Practices for Avian Protection on Power Lines.
