Overview
GRADO is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by BIOVENT ENERGIA S.A., with a capacity of 27.2 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio.
GRADO is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned by BIOVENT ENERGIA S.A. The facility is operational and has a capacity of 27.2 megawatts, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind energy in the region. The wind farm utilizes wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, a mature technology widely deployed across Spain. Spain has a strong regulatory framework supporting renewable energy, including the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. National policies such as feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes have historically driven wind energy growth. GRADO's electricity is fed into the Spanish grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. The facility operates in a region with favorable wind conditions, supporting consistent power generation. Its contribution aligns with Spain's goal to increase renewable energy capacity and meet EU climate targets.
Environmental context
Wind farms like GRADO can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect local bird and bat populations through collisions. However, proper siting and mitigation measures can reduce these risks. The facility's operation displaces greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel plants, contributing to climate change mitigation. Grid integration challenges are managed through modern grid infrastructure and energy storage solutions.
Frequently asked questions
GRADO is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 39.877° N, -0.056° E.
The GRADO wind farm has a capacity of 27.2 megawatts, making it a small-to-medium scale wind energy facility.
The GRADO wind farm is owned by BIOVENT ENERGIA S.A., a Spanish energy company.
Spain operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. National policies include feed-in tariffs and grid connection support for wind energy.
By generating clean electricity, GRADO reduces reliance on fossil fuels and lowers carbon emissions, supporting Spain's climate targets and the EU's renewable energy objectives.