Overview
Vis-en-Artois is an operational onshore wind farm in France with a capacity of 2.4 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy transition under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Vis-en-Artois is an onshore wind farm located in the Hauts-de-France region of France. With a capacity of 2.4 MW, it is a small-scale facility that supports local renewable energy generation. The plant is operational and plays a role in diversifying France's energy mix. The facility operates under France's national feed-in tariff regime, which guarantees long-term contracts for renewable electricity. This regulatory framework aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Onshore wind is a mature technology in France, with installations ranging from small community projects to large utility-scale farms. Vis-en-Artois contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy independence. Its location in the agricultural landscape of northern France reflects typical siting for wind projects, balancing land use with energy production. The plant supports local grid stability and provides clean electricity to the surrounding area.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in the Hauts-de-France region, characterized by flat agricultural plains and moderate wind speeds. Onshore wind projects in this area must consider visual impact on the landscape and potential effects on local bird and bat populations. The facility's small scale minimizes land-use conflicts, and its operation aligns with regional renewable energy goals.
Frequently asked questions
The Vis-en-Artois wind farm is located in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France, near the commune of Vis-en-Artois.
The Vis-en-Artois wind farm has an installed capacity of 2.4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale onshore wind installation.
As an onshore wind farm, Vis-en-Artois uses horizontal-axis wind turbines typical of small-scale projects in France, though specific turbine models are not disclosed.
The EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, encouraging member states like France to support wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid access policies.
France supports onshore wind through a feed-in tariff system and long-term power purchase agreements, aligned with the EU's renewable energy targets and national energy transition laws.