Overview
Windpark Bruck-Göttlesbrunn is an onshore wind farm in Austria, owned by Verbund. With a capacity of 21 MW, it contributes to Austria's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Windpark Bruck-Göttlesbrunn is an operational onshore wind farm located in Austria, owned by the utility company Verbund. The facility has a capacity of 21 megawatts, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind farms in Europe. It is situated near the villages of Bruck an der Leitha and Göttlesbrunn, in the state of Lower Austria, an area with favorable wind conditions for energy generation. The wind farm operates under Austria's national regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting a 42.5% renewable share by 2030. Austria has a strong history of wind energy development, supported by feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees. The facility uses modern wind turbine technology typical of onshore installations in Central Europe, with multiple turbines converting wind energy into electricity for the regional grid. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. It also supports Austria's goal of achieving 100% renewable electricity by 2030. The site's location in an agricultural region minimizes land-use conflicts, though wind farms in the area must consider impacts on local bird and bat populations, which are managed through careful siting and operational curtailments.
Environmental context
The wind farm is located in the Marchfeld region of Lower Austria, a flat agricultural area with consistent wind resources. The local environment includes farmland and scattered woodlands, which provide habitat for birds and bats. Wind energy development in this region requires careful planning to minimize collision risks for protected species. The facility's operation supports Austria's transition to a low-carbon energy system, reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels and contributing to local air quality improvements.
Frequently asked questions
Windpark Bruck-Göttlesbrunn is located in Lower Austria, near the towns of Bruck an der Leitha and Göttlesbrunn, approximately 40 km southeast of Vienna.
The wind farm has a total installed capacity of 21 megawatts (MW), generated by multiple wind turbines.
The wind farm is owned by Verbund, Austria's largest electricity utility and a major player in renewable energy.
Austria's wind energy sector is supported by the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable target by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs that guarantee grid access for renewable generators.
Onshore wind farms in Austria must address visual impact, noise, and wildlife protection, particularly for birds and bats. Operators often implement curtailment measures during migration seasons and conduct environmental impact assessments before construction.