Overview
Raia is an operational onshore wind farm in Portugal with a capacity of 128.8 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Raia is an operational onshore wind farm located in Portugal, with a capacity of 128.8 MW. This scale places it among medium-to-large wind facilities in the region, supporting Portugal's transition to renewable energy. The facility operates under Portugal's national renewable energy framework, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable target by 2030. Onshore wind technology is a key pillar of Portugal's energy mix, leveraging the country's favorable wind conditions. Raia contributes to grid stability and decarbonization, displacing fossil fuel generation. Its operation supports local energy independence and reduces greenhouse gas emissions, consistent with Portugal's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like Raia can have visual impacts on landscapes and potential effects on bird and bat populations. However, Portugal's regulatory framework requires environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures. The facility's location in a region with moderate wind resources helps optimize energy generation while minimizing land-use conflicts.
Frequently asked questions
Raia is an onshore wind farm located in Portugal, at coordinates 40.4297 N, -7.2443 W.
Raia has a total capacity of 128.8 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large wind facility.
Raia is an onshore wind farm, using wind turbines to convert wind energy into electricity.
Raia operates under Portugal's implementation of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy share by 2030.
Wind farms can impact bird and bat populations and landscapes, but Portuguese law requires environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures.