Overview
C.H. ARNOYA is a 10 MW hydroelectric power plant in Spain, operated by HIDROELECTRICA DEL GIESTA SRL. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
C.H. ARNOYA is a hydroelectric power plant located in Spain, with a capacity of 10 MW. The plant is owned and operated by HIDROELECTRICA DEL GIESTA SRL and is currently operational. As a hydroelectric facility, it harnesses the energy of flowing water to generate electricity, aligning with Spain's focus on renewable energy sources. The plant operates under Spain's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes support mechanisms for hydroelectric power. Hydroelectric plants like C.H. ARNOYA typically use run-of-river or reservoir-based technology, depending on local geography. With a capacity of 10 MW, this facility falls into the small-scale hydro category, common for projects that utilize local water resources without large-scale environmental disruption. C.H. ARNOYA contributes to the local grid by providing clean, renewable electricity. Its operation supports Spain's goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix. The plant's location in a region with suitable water resources ensures its role in sustainable power generation for the surrounding area.
Environmental context
As a hydroelectric plant, C.H. ARNOYA has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants, but its environmental impact includes potential effects on local aquatic ecosystems and water flow regimes. The plant's small capacity (10 MW) suggests limited alteration of the river environment. Spain's regulatory framework requires environmental impact assessments for hydro projects to mitigate such effects.
Frequently asked questions
C.H. ARNOYA is located in Spain, with coordinates 42.887800, -8.956700. It operates within the Spanish hydroelectric network.
C.H. ARNOYA has a capacity of 10 megawatts (MW), classifying it as a small-scale hydroelectric power plant.
C.H. ARNOYA is owned and operated by HIDROELECTRICA DEL GIESTA SRL, a company involved in hydroelectric power generation in Spain.
Hydroelectric plants in Spain operate under the national renewable energy regulations, which include environmental impact assessments, water usage rights, and compliance with EU directives on renewable energy and water management.
As a renewable hydroelectric plant, C.H. ARNOYA helps Spain reduce reliance on fossil fuels, lower carbon emissions, and meet EU renewable energy targets.