Survey | Bird Window Collision: Perception Amongst Building Fraternity

Peeyush Sekhsaria, in his efforts for bird conservation, invites people to participate in the survey that explores building professionals' awareness of bird window collisions to identify knowledge gaps and inform eco-conscious design solutions.

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Every year, over a billion birds lose their lives in collisions with buildings—a largely invisible crisis that’s directly linked to how we design and construct our built environment.

Understanding the Knowledge Gap

To address this issue effectively, we need to understand how much awareness exists within the building fraternity about bird-window collisions. Are architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners aware of this problem? Do they understand which design elements contribute to these strikes? Are there barriers preventing the adoption of bird-friendly design practices?

Why Your Participation Matters

This survey, by Peeyush Sekhsaria and Devashree Degwekar, is currently being conducted to gauge awareness and perceptions regarding bird-window collisions among building professionals. This research aims to:

  • Identify knowledge gaps within the industry
  • Understand current perceptions about bird-friendly design
  • Explore barriers to implementing bird-safe construction practices
  • Develop targeted education and solution strategies
  • Inform policy recommendations for sustainable building practices

This survey is designed to be concise, respecting your valuable time. We encourage you to share your candid views.

For any questions or assistance, please contact:

Peeyush Sekhsaria: peeyush.sekhsaria@gmail.com
Devashree Degwekar: dvd8688@gmail.com

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Bird-collision impact. © Peeyush Sekhsaria

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