Overview
São Macário is an 11.5 MW onshore wind farm in Portugal, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity. The facility is operational and supports grid decarbonization.
São Macário is an onshore wind farm located in Portugal, with a capacity of 11.5 megawatts. This facility is part of Portugal's growing renewable energy portfolio, which relies heavily on wind power due to favorable Atlantic wind patterns. The plant is operational and contributes to the national grid. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert kinetic energy into electricity. Portugal has been a leader in renewable energy, with a target of 80% renewable electricity by 2026 under its National Energy and Climate Plan. The facility operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Environmentally, the São Macário wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation. Wind farms in Portugal are typically sited in rural or mountainous areas, which can have visual and land-use impacts. However, they provide clean energy and support local energy independence.
Environmental context
The wind farm is located in a region with consistent wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in Portugal. While wind energy has low operational emissions, it can affect local bird and bat populations and alter landscapes. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
São Macário wind farm is located in Portugal, with coordinates approximately 40.87° N, -8.08° E.
The São Macário wind farm has a capacity of 11.5 megawatts, making it a small to medium-scale onshore wind installation.
Yes, the São Macário wind farm is operational and currently generating electricity for the Portuguese grid.
Wind farms in Portugal operate under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030, and Portugal's National Energy and Climate Plan aiming for 80% renewable electricity by 2026.
Onshore wind farms can impact local wildlife, particularly birds and bats, and may alter landscapes. However, they produce no direct emissions and help reduce reliance on fossil fuels.