Ventos de Santa Joana XIII Onshore Wind Farm, Brazil

Ventos de Santa Joana XIII is an operational onshore wind farm located in Brazil, with coordinates near -7.4104, -40.7109. The facility has a capacity of 29.6 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind farms in the country. It is part of the Ventos de Santa Joana complex, which supports Brazil's renewable energy expansion. The wind farm utilizes wind power as its primary fuel source, typical of onshore wind projects in Brazil. Brazil's regulatory framework for renewable energy includes incentives under the national energy policy, such as auctions for wind power contracts and tax benefits for renewable projects. The country has a strong wind resource, particularly in the northeast region, where this facility is located. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Wind farms in Brazil often operate in areas with high wind speeds, minimizing land-use conflicts. The project contributes to local energy security and supports Brazil's targets under the Paris Agreement to increase renewable energy share.

The wind farm is located in the semi-arid region of northeastern Brazil, an area with consistent trade winds ideal for wind energy generation. The local environment is characterized by Caatinga vegetation, which is adapted to dry conditions. Wind farms in this region have a relatively low visual impact due to the sparse population and can coexist with agricultural activities. Proper siting helps minimize bird and bat impacts, and the facility contributes to reducing carbon emissions.