Overview
Destry is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 12 MW. It contributes to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Destry is an onshore wind farm located in France, operating with a capacity of 12 MW. As a medium-scale wind facility, it plays a role in diversifying the local energy mix and supporting France's transition to renewable energy. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. Onshore wind is a mature technology in France, benefiting from feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees that have driven steady capacity growth. Environmentally, Destry contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation. Its operational context includes typical considerations for wind farms, such as land use and integration into the regional grid, supporting local energy needs without direct emissions.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region where onshore wind development must balance renewable energy goals with landscape and biodiversity considerations. Typical environmental assessments address visual impact, noise, and potential effects on bird and bat populations. The facility's operation supports France's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050.
Frequently asked questions
Destry is an onshore wind farm located in France, at coordinates 48.9456 N, 6.5856 E.
Destry has an installed capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind farm.
Destry is an onshore wind farm that uses wind turbines to generate electricity from wind energy.
Destry operates under France's implementation of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, supported by feed-in tariffs and grid access guarantees.
Destry helps France increase its renewable energy share, reduce carbon emissions, and meet national and EU climate targets.