Overview
Alto de la Sierra is an 11.05 MW onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Iberdrola Energias Renovables S.A.U. It contributes to Spain's renewable energy capacity under EU Renewable Energy Directive targets.
Alto de la Sierra is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned and operated by Iberdrola Energias Renovables S.A.U. With a capacity of 11.05 MW, it is a small-to-medium scale wind facility within the Spanish renewable energy landscape. The plant is operational and plays a role in the country's transition to clean energy. The facility operates under Spain's regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain's national energy and climate plan supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid access mechanisms. The 11.05 MW capacity reflects a typical size for onshore wind projects in the region. Alto de la Sierra contributes to local grid stability and reduces carbon emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation. As part of Iberdrola's portfolio, it supports Spain's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. The wind farm's location in a windy area ensures efficient energy production, benefiting the surrounding community with clean electricity.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with favorable wind conditions, typical for onshore wind development in Spain. Environmental considerations include potential visual impact on the landscape and effects on local bird and bat populations, which are common for wind energy projects. The facility operates under Spanish environmental regulations that require impact assessments and mitigation measures to minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Alto de la Sierra is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 41.54° N, -1.72° W.
Alto de la Sierra has a capacity of 11.05 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale wind facility.
Alto de la Sierra is owned by Iberdrola Energias Renovables S.A.U., a major Spanish renewable energy company.
Spain's renewable energy policy is aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable target by 2030. The country uses feed-in tariffs and grid access mechanisms to support wind power.
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect bird and bat populations. However, projects in Spain must undergo environmental impact assessments and implement mitigation measures to address these concerns.