DTEK Renewables is conducting in-depth ornithological surveys at the future site of Poltavska Wind Farm to assess and minimize the impact of the wind farm’s operation on birds and bats.

The first stage of the survey conducted at the end of 2023 shows that there are no critical factors that would prevent the construction of Poltavska Wind Farm.

Anas platyrhynchos

The relevant conclusions were made by Eco Protection Research and Production Enterprise after analyzing retrospective, scientific data, bird and bat migration routes, the territory of the Emerald Network and the nature reserve fund, as well as after several field visits.

Ornithological surveys in the field

Currently, the Research and Protection Enterprise is conducting the second stage of survey covering spring migration of birds, their nesting, hatching, and autumn migration. The process of detailed survey lasts a year to cover the entire annual life cycle of birds.

A full report on biodiversity monitoring and the impact of Poltavska Wind Farm on birds and bats will be prepared in early 2025, and it will finally determine whether the wind turbines have any negative impact on the local fauna.

The analysis and conclusions will consider the recommendations of Scottish Natural Heritage and other international documents. If necessary, the experts will provide recommendations on measures to mitigate possible negative impacts on birds and bats, as well as biodiversity monitoring during the operation of the wind farm.

‘DTEK Renewables is following all the procedures required by law to build green energy facilities in accordance with sustainable principles. The Hlobyne community can be sure of our conscious approach as an environmentally responsible company. We always care about the environment when implementing our projects,’ said Oleh Solovei, Deputy CEO of DTEK Renewables.

The impact surveys include the territory of the projected wind farm in Poltava region, Kremenchuk district, Hlobyne municipal territorial community. It is located within the Prydniprovska lowland, the Livoberezhno-Dniprovska forest-steppe zone. The area of the community is 1197.7 km². The community includes 65 settlements: the town of Hlobyne and 64 villages.

Four small rivers flow through the community: Sukhyi Omelnychok, Sukhyi Kahamlyk, Khorol and Psel. Sukhyi Omelnychok and Sukhyi Kahamlyk are interrupted by swamps and ponds. The Khorol River is at the stage of drying up.

Buteo buteo

Lanius excubitor

Cygnus olor - 3 birds, Anas platyrhynchos – 4 birds (water), 15 birds in the air + 18 birds in the air

Ardea alba