Overview
La Désirade is a 1.65 MW onshore wind farm located on the island of La Désirade, Guadeloupe, France. It contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
La Désirade is an operational onshore wind farm situated on the island of La Désirade, part of the Guadeloupe archipelago in France. With a capacity of 1.65 MW, it is a small-scale wind facility that supports local renewable energy generation. The plant is part of France's broader efforts to diversify its energy mix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The facility operates under France's national regulatory framework, which aligns with the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France also implements feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support wind energy development. The 1.65 MW capacity places La Désirade in the small-scale wind category, typical for island installations where land and grid constraints are significant. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports energy independence for the island. Onshore wind projects like this one are subject to environmental assessments to mitigate impacts on local bird and bat populations, as well as visual and land-use considerations. The facility's operation helps integrate renewable energy into the local grid, serving the community's electricity needs.
Environmental context
The island of La Désirade features a tropical climate with consistent trade winds, making it suitable for wind energy generation. Onshore wind farms in such settings must address potential impacts on local bird and bat species, as well as visual effects on the landscape. The small scale of this facility minimizes land-use conflicts, and its operation supports the region's transition to cleaner energy sources.
Frequently asked questions
La Désirade wind farm is located on the island of La Désirade, part of the Guadeloupe archipelago in France.
La Désirade wind farm has a capacity of 1.65 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind installation.
La Désirade is an onshore wind farm, utilizing wind turbines to generate electricity from wind energy.
France aims to increase renewable energy share to 42.5% by 2030 under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III. Small-scale wind farms like La Désirade contribute to this target by providing local clean energy.
Onshore wind farms in France must undergo environmental assessments to address impacts on wildlife, such as birds and bats, as well as visual and noise effects. They also support grid integration and reduce carbon emissions.