Offshore Wind Staff Scientist
Zoe Korpi, Offshore Wind Staff Scientist
Zoe Korpi, M.S.
Offshore Wind Staff Scientist
zoe.korpi@briwildlife.org
Zoe is an avian ecologist with extensive experience using tracking technology and the Motus Wildlife Tracking system to study movement ecology of small-bodied migratory birds. Her recent work has focused on studying offshore avian movements and the impact of offshore wind development on birds. She brings both research and regulatory experience, having previously worked with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service conducting environmental impact assessments for offshore wind projects in the U.S. Atlantic, developing recommendations and beneficial practices, and serving as the point person for Offshore wind Motus coordination and technical assistance.
Zoe works on projects related to offshore wind energy development. Projects include providing scientific technical support for stakeholder engagement activities, coordination of stakeholder groups, science communication, and support of ongoing Motus wildlife tracking projects.
Education & Certifications
- The Ohio State University, 2024 – M.S., Environment and Natural Resources
- Pennsylvania State University, 2019 – B.S., Biology
Research Interests
- Movement Ecology of Migratory Birds
- Individual Tracking Technology
- Avian-Wind Energy Interactions and Impact
- Offshore Wind Energy Development and Wildlife Impacts
Journal Articles
- Korpi, Z.O., S.N. Matthews, M.B. Shumar, M.E. McDermott, D. Russell, L.W. DeGroote, R. Jacob, M. Shieldcastle, C.M. Tonra. 2025. Spatial and species-specific variation in lake-crossing behavior in the Great Lakes Region influences collision risk with offshore wind development. Ornithological Applications: https://doi.org/10.1093/ornithapp/duaf019.
- Diehl, J., Z.O. Korpi, S.A. Oswald, P.D. Curtis, J.M. Arnold. 2020. Nocturnal Sleep Behavior and Vigilance of Incubating Common Terns (Sterna hirundo) at Two Inland Breeding Colonies. Waterbirds 43(1): 28-35.
