Overview
Gogney is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 8.8 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Gogney is an operational onshore wind farm located in France, with a capacity of 8.8 MW. This scale places it as a small- to medium-sized wind facility within the French renewable energy landscape. The plant is part of France's broader strategy to increase wind energy capacity, supported by national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies. 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. France has implemented supportive measures such as long-term contracts for difference and streamlined permitting for wind projects. The 8.8 MW capacity reflects a typical size for onshore wind farms in the region, contributing to local and national renewable energy targets. Gogney's wind turbines harness the region's wind resources to generate clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. The facility supports grid stability and local energy needs, while its operation adheres to environmental guidelines to mitigate impacts on bird and bat populations. As part of France's renewable energy portfolio, Gogney helps advance the country's energy transition and climate commitments.
Environmental context
The Gogney wind farm is situated in a region with moderate wind resources suitable for onshore wind energy generation. The local landscape is characterized by agricultural and forested areas, where wind turbines can have visual and land-use impacts. Environmental considerations include potential effects on bird and bat populations, which are managed through careful siting and operational curtailments during migration periods. The facility contributes to reducing carbon emissions and supports France's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Frequently asked questions
The Gogney wind farm is located in France, at coordinates 48.6146 N, 6.8693 E.
The Gogney wind farm has a capacity of 8.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale onshore wind facility.
Gogney is an onshore wind farm that generates electricity from wind energy, a renewable source that helps reduce carbon emissions.
Gogney operates under France's implementation of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The facility benefits from national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies that support wind energy development.
Onshore wind farms can have visual and land-use impacts on the landscape, and may affect bird and bat populations. Operators typically implement mitigation measures such as careful siting, monitoring, and curtailment during sensitive periods to minimize ecological disruption.