Overview
La Tâche is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 16.304 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
La Tâche is an onshore wind farm located in France, operating in the renewable energy sector. With a capacity of 16.304 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale for wind farms in the region. The facility is operational and supports France's transition to cleaner energy sources. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. France has been expanding its wind energy capacity as part of its commitment to the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country also implements feed-in tariffs and grid connection frameworks to support wind power development. La Tâche contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying France's energy mix. Its electricity is fed into the national grid, helping to power homes and businesses. The facility operates under French regulations that address environmental impacts such as visual and noise concerns, as well as bird and bat protection measures.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region where wind resources are favorable for energy generation. Onshore wind farms like La Tâche can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, French regulations require environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures, such as turbine placement and operational curtailments during migration periods, to minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
La Tâche is an onshore wind farm located in France, with coordinates approximately 45.87° N, 0.36° E.
La Tâche has a capacity of 16.304 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale wind farm.
As an onshore wind farm, La Tâche uses modern wind turbines designed to convert wind energy into electricity, though specific turbine models are not publicly listed.
La Tâche supports France's goal under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III to achieve 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, by generating clean electricity and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
La Tâche operates under French environmental regulations that require impact assessments for visual, noise, and wildlife effects, including measures to protect birds and bats.