Overview
Longueville-sur-Aube is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 24.8 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Longueville-sur-Aube is an operational onshore wind farm located in the commune of Longueville-sur-Aube in the Grand Est region of France. With a capacity of 24.8 MW, it is a medium-scale wind facility that supports France's transition to renewable energy. The wind farm is part of the country's broader strategy to increase wind power capacity, which is a key component of its national energy mix. 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 supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and competitive bidding processes. The wind farm's 24.8 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale category for onshore wind in France, where typical projects range from 10 MW to 50 MW. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. Its location in the agricultural landscape of the Aube department involves considerations for visual impact and local biodiversity, including bird and bat populations. The facility's grid connection supports regional energy needs and enhances the resilience of the local power system.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in the rural landscape of the Aube department in the Grand Est region, an area characterized by agricultural plains and scattered woodlands. The local environmental context includes potential impacts on bird and bat populations, which are common considerations for onshore wind projects in France. The facility's operation contributes to reducing carbon emissions and aligns with France's climate goals, while its integration into the regional grid supports the transition to a low-carbon energy system.
Frequently asked questions
The Longueville-sur-Aube wind farm is located in the commune of Longueville-sur-Aube in the Aube department of the Grand Est region, France.
The Longueville-sur-Aube wind farm has a capacity of 24.8 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
The operator of the Longueville-sur-Aube wind farm is not publicly specified, but it is operational and connected to the French grid.
Wind energy in France is supported by the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable target by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs and competitive bidding processes.
Onshore wind farms in France must address visual impact, noise, and effects on bird and bat populations, with environmental impact assessments required before construction.