Overview
Gavray is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 2 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Gavray is an onshore wind farm located in France, with coordinates 48.9024 N, -1.3303 E. It has an installed capacity of 2 megawatts, placing it in the small-scale wind category. The facility is operational and generates electricity from wind power, supporting France's transition to renewable energy. The wind farm operates under France's 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 small to medium-scale projects like Gavray. The 2 MW capacity is typical for a small onshore wind installation, often serving local communities or feeding into the regional grid. Environmentally, Gavray contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Onshore wind farms in France are subject to environmental impact assessments addressing visual landscape integration and wildlife protection, particularly for birds and bats. The facility's small scale minimizes land-use conflicts while supporting national renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Gavray are typically sited in rural or agricultural areas with adequate wind resources. Environmental considerations include visual impact on the landscape, noise for nearby residents, and potential effects on bird and bat populations. French regulations require environmental impact studies and post-construction monitoring to mitigate these effects. The small capacity of 2 MW reduces the overall footprint, making it easier to integrate into the local environment.
Frequently asked questions
The Gavray onshore wind farm is located in France at coordinates 48.9024 N, -1.3303 E.
The Gavray wind farm has an installed capacity of 2 megawatts, making it a small-scale onshore wind installation.
Gavray generates electricity from wind power using onshore wind turbines.
France supports onshore wind through feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III which targets 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Wind farms in France require environmental impact assessments addressing visual impact, noise, and wildlife protection, especially for birds and bats. Post-construction monitoring is often mandated.