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SEIRA II 3 Hydroelectric Power Plant in Spain | 19.25 MW Capacity

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Overview

SEIRA II 3 is a 19.25 MW hydroelectric power plant in Spain, operated by CORPORACION ACCIONA HIDRAULICA S.L. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.

SEIRA II 3 is a hydroelectric power plant located in Spain, with a capacity of 19.25 MW. The facility is owned and operated by CORPORACION ACCIONA HIDRAULICA S.L. and is currently operational. As a hydroelectric plant, it harnesses the energy of flowing water to generate electricity, providing a renewable source of power. The plant's capacity of 19.25 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale for hydroelectric facilities in Spain. Spain has a well-developed regulatory framework for renewable energy, including support schemes for hydroelectric power under the EU Renewable Energy Directive. The plant operates under permits that ensure compliance with environmental and water usage regulations. Hydroelectric power plants like SEIRA II 3 play a key role in Spain's energy mix, contributing to grid stability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The facility's location in a region with suitable water resources supports its continuous operation. Its output helps meet local electricity demand while minimizing carbon emissions.

Environmental context

As a hydroelectric plant, SEIRA II 3 has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants. However, hydroelectric facilities can affect local aquatic ecosystems and water flow regimes. The plant's location in Spain, a country with diverse hydrology, means its environmental impact depends on site-specific factors such as river flow and fish populations. Regulatory oversight under the EU Water Framework Directive ensures that environmental impacts are managed.

Frequently asked questions

SEIRA II 3 is a hydroelectric power plant located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 41.4833 N, 0.4667 E.

SEIRA II 3 has a capacity of 19.25 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale hydroelectric facility.

SEIRA II 3 is owned and operated by CORPORACION ACCIONA HIDRAULICA S.L.

Hydroelectric plants in Spain must comply with the EU Renewable Energy Directive and the Water Framework Directive, along with national laws on water use and environmental protection.

Hydroelectric power has low carbon emissions but can affect local water ecosystems, fish migration, and sediment flow. Proper siting and mitigation measures are required to minimize these impacts.
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