Effects of Onshore Wind Energy on Semi-Domesticated Reindeer
Reindeer or caribou (Rangifer tarandus) are native to the Northern Hemisphere, where indigenous people have been domesticating herds for centuries. Reindeer herding requires extensive and continuous pasturelands to support a seasonal migration and life cycle. However, the development of wind farms in reindeer pasturelands significantly affects their habitat use and movement. It raises concerns among reindeer herders about the sustainability of the indigenous culture tied to reindeer husbandry. This summary provides a general overview of current research on the effects of wind energy on semi-domesticated reindeer.
