"... by the time we figure out how to make them safe, it'll be too late for some species."

Like man for instance. Which may or may not be a bad thing.

The fact is that the places that are good for generating electricity are the most beautiful is bound to cause conflict. It also means that locations of good wind farm sites is going to impinge on the views from prehistoric sites - many were chosen because of the views.

Of course other sites should be considered before any 'sacred' site is utilised, but if it's the only viable choice in the area then it has to be.