Overview
Saint-André-Farivillers is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 11.5 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Saint-André-Farivillers is an onshore wind farm located in the Oise department of northern France. With a capacity of 11.5 MW, it is a small- to medium-scale facility within the French wind energy sector, which has seen steady growth as part of national efforts to increase renewable energy generation. 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 grid connection guarantees, encouraging projects like Saint-André-Farivillers to contribute to the regional energy mix. Environmentally, the wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its location in a rural area minimizes land-use conflicts, though typical onshore wind considerations include visual impact and potential effects on local bird and bat populations, which are managed through siting and operational measures.
Environmental context
The Oise department features a mix of agricultural plains and wooded areas, providing suitable wind resources for onshore turbines. Wind farms in this region must balance energy production with landscape preservation and biodiversity, particularly for avian species. The 11.5 MW capacity of Saint-André-Farivillers represents a modest contribution to France's renewable energy goals while operating within environmental guidelines that address visual impact and wildlife protection.
Frequently asked questions
Saint-André-Farivillers is an onshore wind farm located in the Oise department of northern France, near the town of Saint-André-Farivillers.
The wind farm has a total installed capacity of 11.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale facility in the French wind energy sector.
The operator of Saint-André-Farivillers is not publicly listed, but wind farms in France are typically operated by energy companies or independent power producers under regulatory oversight.
The wind farm contributes to France's target under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which aims for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. It benefits from national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies that promote wind energy.
Onshore wind farms like Saint-André-Farivillers must address visual impact, noise, and effects on local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. French regulations require environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures to minimize these effects.