Overview
Bazoches-les-Gallerandes is a 12 MW onshore wind farm in France. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Bazoches-les-Gallerandes is an operational onshore wind farm located in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within the French wind energy sector, which has seen significant growth as part of national efforts to increase renewable energy generation. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. French wind farms benefit from feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees, supporting the integration of wind power into the national grid. The 12 MW capacity places it in the typical range for onshore wind projects in the region. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its location in an agricultural area minimizes land-use conflicts, though wind farms generally require careful siting to address visual impact and potential effects on local bird and bat populations. The facility supports France's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in the Centre-Val de Loire region, characterized by flat agricultural plains. Onshore wind farms in such areas typically have low visual impact compared to hilly regions, but may affect bird and bat migration routes. The facility's 12 MW capacity contributes to local renewable energy generation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting France's climate targets.
Frequently asked questions
Bazoches-les-Gallerandes wind farm is located in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France, near the town of Bazoches-les-Gallerandes.
The wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind installation.
The operator of Bazoches-les-Gallerandes wind farm is not publicly listed, but it is part of France's regulated renewable energy framework.
Wind farms in France operate under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies.
By generating 12 MW of wind power, the facility helps reduce carbon emissions and supports France's transition to a low-carbon energy system.