Overview
Saint-Mandé-sur-Brédoire 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.
Saint-Mandé-sur-Brédoire is an onshore wind farm located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. With a capacity of 12 MW, it is a small- to medium-scale facility within the French wind energy sector. The plant is operational and supports France's transition to renewable energy. 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. The 12 MW capacity indicates several modern wind turbines, typical for onshore installations in the region. Wind farms like Saint-Mandé-sur-Brédoire play a key role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying France's energy mix. They contribute to local grid stability and provide clean electricity to surrounding communities. Environmental considerations include visual impact and bird/bat interactions, which are managed through siting and operational protocols.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a rural area of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, a region with moderate wind resources. Onshore wind farms can affect local bird and bat populations through collision risks, and visual impacts on the landscape are a consideration. However, proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects. The facility supports France's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Frequently asked questions
Saint-Mandé-sur-Brédoire wind farm is located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France, near the commune of Saint-Mandé-sur-Brédoire.
The wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale onshore wind installation.
Specific turbine models are not detailed, but typical onshore wind farms in France use modern multi-megawatt turbines with capacities around 2-3 MW each.
France implements the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, through feed-in tariffs, tenders, and grid connection support for wind projects.
Environmental assessments address visual impact, noise, and wildlife interactions, particularly bird and bat collisions. Mitigation measures include curtailment during migration and careful siting.