Offshore wind is a key player in our fight against climate change, but can it also deliver wins for the environment? Here I explore how the use of multi-criteria spatial heatmap analysis in GIS can support the development of offshore Artificial Nesting Structures (ANS) as a strategic compensatory measure for auk species, to aid delivery of offshore wind projects. By combining ecological, engineering and consent risk datasets, the methodology provides a practical framework for site selection that can also be applied across a range of planning and design challenges. The outcome of the study identified key areas where an offshore ANS for auk species could feasibly be constructed, alongside providing further evidence to bridge known data gaps.