Overview
Mouriez is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 12 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Mouriez is an operational onshore wind farm located in France, with a capacity of 12 MW. This facility is part of France's growing wind energy sector, which plays a key role in the country's transition to renewable energy. The plant's location in northern France benefits from consistent wind resources suitable for power generation. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid connection mechanisms, encouraging development of onshore wind farms like Mouriez. With a capacity of 12 MW, this plant falls into the small-to-medium scale category for onshore wind. Environmentally, the Mouriez wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Onshore wind farms in France are subject to environmental impact assessments addressing visual and noise impacts, as well as bird and bat conservation. The facility supports local energy needs and helps France meet its renewable energy obligations.
Environmental context
The Mouriez wind farm is situated in a region where onshore wind development must balance energy generation with local environmental considerations. Typical concerns include visual impact on the landscape, noise for nearby residents, and potential effects on bird and bat populations. French regulations require environmental impact studies and mitigation measures for wind projects, such as setback distances and operational curtailments during migration periods.
Frequently asked questions
The Mouriez wind farm is located in France, with coordinates approximately 50.3471 N, 1.9549 E.
The Mouriez wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind facility.
Yes, the Mouriez wind farm is currently operational.
Wind farms in France operate under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which targets 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and are supported by national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies.
Onshore wind farms in France must undergo environmental impact assessments addressing visual, noise, and ecological impacts, including bird and bat conservation measures.