Overview
Parque Eolico Loma Blanca IV is a 50 MW onshore wind farm in Argentina, operated by ENARSA. It contributes to the country's renewable energy expansion under national feed-in tariff programs.
Parque Eolico Loma Blanca IV is an operational onshore wind farm located in Argentina, near the coordinates 43.09°S, 65.23°W. With a capacity of 50 MW, it is a medium-scale wind facility within the Argentine renewable energy sector. The plant is owned and operated by ENARSA, the national energy company, and plays a role in diversifying the country's energy mix. The facility operates under Argentina's RenovAr program, which provides feed-in tariffs and long-term power purchase agreements to incentivize renewable energy development. Onshore wind technology is well-suited to the Patagonian region, known for its strong and consistent winds. The 50 MW capacity places it among the smaller utility-scale wind farms in the country, but it contributes to the national target of 20% renewable energy by 2025. Environmentally, the wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. It also supports local grid stability and energy independence. The project's location in a sparsely populated area minimizes land-use conflicts, though wind farms in general require careful siting to avoid impacts on bird and bat populations.
Environmental context
The wind farm is located in the Patagonian steppe, a region characterized by arid conditions and strong winds. This environment is well-suited for wind energy generation but also hosts unique wildlife, including migratory birds and native species like the guanaco. Proper siting and operational measures, such as curtailment during peak bird activity, help mitigate potential impacts on local fauna.
Frequently asked questions
Parque Eolico Loma Blanca IV is located in Argentina, in the Patagonian region near coordinates 43.09°S, 65.23°W.
The wind farm has a capacity of 50 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
The plant is owned and operated by ENARSA, the Argentine national energy company.
Argentina's RenovAr program provides feed-in tariffs and long-term power purchase agreements to promote renewable energy, including wind power.
Wind farms reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation and contribute to energy independence, though they require careful siting to minimize impacts on wildlife.