The article addresses the controversial stance surrounding whale deaths and the unfounded accusations aimed at wind turbines. Despite a significant rise in whale mortalities in the Atlantic, experts assert that human interactions such as ship strikes and fishing gear entanglement are primarily to blame. Wildlife veterinarian Jennifer Bloodgood emphasizes the urgency of conducting necropsies to uncover the actual causes of death, underscoring that thorough investigations reveal no connection to wind energy. Furthermore, current political rhetoric surrounding wind power has led to detrimental effects on offshore wind projects, compounded by misinformation that overshadows scientific evidence. The piece highlights the challenges faced by marine researchers due to limited resources and public skepticism regarding their findings.
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