Overview
Trayes is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 10 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Trayes is an onshore wind farm located in France, operating with a capacity of 10 MW. As a medium-scale wind facility, it supports France's transition to renewable energy and aligns with national targets for wind power deployment. The facility operates under France's regulatory framework, which implements the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) aiming for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. France supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees, encouraging projects like Trayes to contribute to the national grid. Trayes plays a role in reducing carbon emissions by generating clean electricity. Its location in a rural area minimizes land-use conflicts, though wind farms generally require careful siting to address visual and ecological impacts. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to France's renewable energy capacity.
Environmental context
The Trayes wind farm is situated in a rural landscape typical of western France, where agricultural fields and open terrain provide suitable conditions for wind energy. Wind farms in such areas can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's 10 MW capacity represents a modest contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel generation.
Frequently asked questions
The Trayes wind farm is located in France, at coordinates 46.669000, -0.482600, in a rural area of western France.
The Trayes wind farm has a capacity of 10 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
Trayes generates electricity from wind power using onshore wind turbines.
France implements the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies.
Trayes adds 10 MW of wind capacity to France's grid, helping reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supporting national renewable energy targets.