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Preuseville Onshore Wind Farm | France Renewable Energy Facility

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Overview

Preuseville is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 13.5 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.

Preuseville is an onshore wind farm located in France, with a capacity of 13.5 MW. The facility is operational and plays a role in the country's renewable energy portfolio. As a medium-scale wind farm, it supports France's transition to cleaner energy sources. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France also implements national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to support wind energy development. The 13.5 MW capacity places Preuseville in the medium-scale category for onshore wind farms in the region. Wind farms like Preuseville contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying the energy mix. They also help meet local and national renewable energy targets. The facility's operation supports grid stability and provides clean electricity to the surrounding area.

Environmental context

Onshore wind farms in France are typically sited in rural or coastal areas with adequate wind resources. They can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures are often employed to minimize these effects. The region around Preuseville is characterized by agricultural land and open spaces, suitable for wind energy development.

Frequently asked questions

Preuseville wind farm is located in France, at coordinates 49.8803 N, 1.5052 E.

Preuseville wind farm has a capacity of 13.5 megawatts (MW).

Yes, Preuseville wind farm is operational.

Wind farms in France operate under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy share by 2030, and national feed-in tariffs and grid connection rules.

Preuseville contributes to France's renewable energy targets by generating clean electricity from wind, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and supporting the EU's climate goals.
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