Overview
L'Île-d'Olonne is a 5.34 MW onshore wind farm in France, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III.
L'Île-d'Olonne is an operational onshore wind farm located in the Pays de la Loire region of France. With a capacity of 5.34 MW, it is a small-scale wind facility that supports France's transition to renewable energy. The plant is situated near the Atlantic coast, benefiting from consistent wind resources. The facility operates under France's national feed-in tariff regime, which guarantees long-term contracts for renewable electricity. As part of the European Union, France is bound by the Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Onshore wind is a key technology in France's energy mix, with over 20 GW installed nationwide. L'Île-d'Olonne contributes to local grid stability and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Its coastal location requires careful environmental planning to minimize visual and ecological impacts, particularly for bird and bat populations. The plant's modest scale allows for integration into the regional distribution network without major grid upgrades.
Environmental context
The onshore wind farm at L'Île-d'Olonne is located in a coastal area of western France, where wind resources are abundant but environmental sensitivities exist. The region hosts migratory bird routes and bat habitats, requiring mitigation measures such as curtailment during peak migration periods. Visual impact on the landscape is managed through siting and design guidelines. The facility's small capacity limits land-use footprint, reducing overall ecological disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
L'Île-d'Olonne wind farm is located in the Pays de la Loire region of western France, near the Atlantic coast.
L'Île-d'Olonne wind farm has a capacity of 5.34 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind facility.
The operator of L'Île-d'Olonne wind farm is not publicly listed, but it operates under France's feed-in tariff system for renewable energy.
France supports wind energy through national feed-in tariffs and the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable target by 2030.
Coastal wind farms in France must address bird and bat migration, visual landscape impact, and noise. Mitigation includes curtailment and careful siting.