Overview
Mairos 1 is an operational onshore wind farm in Portugal with a capacity of 2.6 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio.
Mairos 1 is an onshore wind farm located in Portugal, with coordinates 41.8436° N, -7.3374° W. The facility has a capacity of 2.6 MW and is currently operational, playing a role in Portugal's renewable energy generation. The wind farm operates under Portugal's national renewable energy framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Onshore wind is a mature technology in Portugal, benefiting from favorable wind resources and supportive feed-in tariffs. As a small-scale wind installation, Mairos 1 contributes to local grid stability and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Its operation supports Portugal's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, while typical environmental considerations for wind farms include visual impact and bird/bat interactions.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with moderate wind resources typical of northern Portugal. Onshore wind developments in this area must address visual impact on the landscape and potential effects on local bird and bat populations. Grid integration of variable wind power is managed through national balancing mechanisms.
Frequently asked questions
Mairos 1 is an onshore wind farm located in Portugal at coordinates 41.8436° N, -7.3374° W.
Mairos 1 has a capacity of 2.6 MW, making it a small-scale wind farm.
Yes, Mairos 1 is currently operational as an onshore wind farm.
Mairos 1 operates under Portugal's national renewable energy policies, which are aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030.
Typical considerations include visual impact on landscapes, noise, and effects on bird and bat populations. Grid integration of variable wind power is also managed through national systems.