Overview
Tendais is a 12 MW onshore wind farm located in Portugal. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
Tendais is an operational onshore wind farm located in Portugal, with a capacity of 12 MW. This facility is part of Portugal's growing wind energy sector, which plays a key role in the country's renewable energy mix. The wind farm operates under Portugal's national framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. Portugal has been a leader in wind energy, particularly in the northern and central regions where wind resources are favorable. The electricity generated by Tendais is fed into the national grid, supporting Portugal's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. Onshore wind farms like Tendais contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying the energy supply.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms in Portugal are typically located in elevated areas with strong wind resources. While they provide clean energy, they can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect bird and bat populations. Proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects.
Frequently asked questions
The Tendais wind farm is located in Portugal, with coordinates approximately 41.0372° N, -8.1198° E.
The Tendais wind farm has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW).
Tendais is an onshore wind farm that generates electricity from wind energy.
Portugal supports wind energy through national policies aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. This includes feed-in tariffs and grid connection support.
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts and affect local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. However, environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures are typically required to minimize these effects.