Overview
Chantrigné is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 9.2 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Chantrigné is an onshore wind farm located in France, currently operational and generating 9.2 MW of clean electricity. As a medium-scale wind facility, it plays a role in diversifying France's energy mix and supporting regional renewable energy goals. 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. French wind farms benefit from feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees, encouraging investment in onshore wind capacity. Chantrigné's electricity is fed into the French grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. The facility's location in the Pays de la Loire region benefits from consistent wind patterns, typical for onshore wind development in northwestern France.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Chantrigné can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures are typically employed to minimize these effects. The facility contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation.
Frequently asked questions
Chantrigné is an onshore wind farm located in France, specifically in the Pays de la Loire region near the town of Chantrigné.
Chantrigné has an installed capacity of 9.2 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind energy facility.
Chantrigné generates electricity from wind power using onshore wind turbines.
Chantrigné contributes to France's goal of reaching 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, supported by national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies.
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. However, environmental assessments and mitigation measures are typically implemented to minimize these effects.