Overview
Ardouval is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 12 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Ardouval is an onshore wind farm located in France, operating in the renewable energy sector. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a small- to medium-scale wind facility that supports France's transition to cleaner energy sources. The facility operates under France's national regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees, encouraging projects like Ardouval to contribute to the national grid. Environmentally, Ardouval helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. As with all wind farms, it requires careful siting to minimize visual and noise impacts, as well as potential effects on local bird and bat populations. The facility plays a role in France's goal to increase renewable capacity and meet climate commitments.
Environmental context
Wind farms like Ardouval are typically sited in areas with consistent wind resources, often in rural or coastal landscapes. In France, onshore wind development must balance energy production with land-use considerations, including visual impact on the countryside and potential effects on local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. Grid integration is also a key factor, as wind power variability requires a robust transmission network.
Frequently asked questions
Ardouval is an onshore wind farm located in France, with coordinates approximately 49.7414 N, 1.2723 E.
The Ardouval wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale wind energy facility.
Ardouval generates electricity from wind energy using onshore wind turbines.
France's wind energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country also uses feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support wind projects.
Ardouval adds 12 MW of wind capacity to France's renewable energy mix, helping the country meet its national and EU climate targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.