The Trump administration has allowed fossil fuel and industrial sectors to inadvertently kill migratory birds without penalty under the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act. A recent legal memo reinstated a previous opinion, legalizing incidental killings of over 1,000 bird species. However, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced reviews for wind energy projects specifically, proposing that avian mortality rates related to wind power be scrutinized. This indicates a shift towards stricter regulations for wind energy while maintaining leniency for other industries. The approach raises concerns about potential contradictions in enforcement under current laws.
The Trump administration's reversal of protections for migratory birds reflects a selective enforcement of the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act, favoring fossil fuel industries over wind energy.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced new policies targeting wind energy, mandating reviews of bird mortality rates linked to wind projects, signaling a move against energy sources Trump opposes.
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