Overview
La Zarzuela is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain with a capacity of 41.8 MW, owned by CYL ENERGIA EOLICA S.L.U. It contributes to Spain's renewable energy targets under EU directives.
La Zarzuela is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates near the Strait of Gibraltar. The facility has a capacity of 41.8 MW, placing it in the medium-scale range for wind farms in the region. It is owned by CYL ENERGIA EOLICA S.L.U. and is currently operational. The wind farm 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 has implemented national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to support wind energy development. The facility uses modern wind turbine technology typical of onshore installations in the Iberian Peninsula. La Zarzuela's location in a coastal area with strong winds makes it well-suited for wind energy generation. The facility contributes to Spain's renewable energy capacity and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Its operation supports local grid stability and provides clean electricity to the region.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a coastal region with consistent wind patterns, ideal for wind energy generation. Onshore wind farms like La Zarzuela can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility supports Spain's transition to renewable energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Frequently asked questions
La Zarzuela is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, near the Strait of Gibraltar, with coordinates 36.0139 N, -5.6069 W.
La Zarzuela has a capacity of 41.8 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
La Zarzuela is owned by CYL ENERGIA EOLICA S.L.U., a Spanish energy company.
Spain follows the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and has national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to support wind energy.
Onshore wind farms can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect bird and bat populations, but proper siting and mitigation measures help reduce these effects.