Overview
Bonneuil-les-Eaux is a 12 MW onshore wind farm in France, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III.
Bonneuil-les-Eaux is an operational onshore wind farm located in the Hauts-de-France region of France. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a small-to-medium scale facility within the French wind energy sector, which has seen significant growth as part of the national energy transition. The facility operates under France's implementation of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. French wind farms benefit from feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees, supporting the deployment of onshore wind across the country. The Bonneuil-les-Eaux site uses modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based generation. Its location in a rural area of Hauts-de-France helps diversify the regional energy mix. The facility's grid connection supports local electricity supply and aligns with France's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Environmental context
The Hauts-de-France region has a temperate maritime climate with consistent winds, making it suitable for onshore wind energy. Wind farms like Bonneuil-les-Eaux help reduce reliance on nuclear and fossil fuels, though they require careful siting to minimize visual impact and avoid sensitive bird habitats. The facility operates under French environmental regulations that mandate impact assessments and mitigation measures for local wildlife.
Frequently asked questions
The Bonneuil-les-Eaux wind farm is located in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France, near the commune of Bonneuil-les-Eaux.
The Bonneuil-les-Eaux wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind installation.
The wind farm generates clean electricity, helping France meet its target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III.
Onshore wind farms in France operate under national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates binding renewable energy targets.
Wind farms must undergo environmental impact assessments to address visual impact, noise, and risks to birds and bats. Mitigation measures are required to minimize ecological disruption.