Overview
P.E. Canredondo I is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Gas Natural Fenosa Renovables S.L.U., with a capacity of 28 MW.
P.E. Canredondo I is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned and operated by Gas Natural Fenosa Renovables S.L.U. The facility is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity with a nameplate capacity of 28 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind farms in Spain. The wind farm operates under Spain's regulatory framework, which aligns with the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented supportive policies such as feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees to promote wind energy, making it a key market for onshore wind development. As a wind energy facility, P.E. Canredondo I contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying Spain's energy mix. The farm's location in the central region benefits from consistent wind patterns, supporting grid stability and local energy needs. Its operation aligns with Spain's national energy and climate goals.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like P.E. Canredondo I can have visual impacts on the landscape and potential effects on local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures are typically employed to minimize these impacts. The facility's location in a rural area of central Spain likely reduces conflicts with urban development.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. Canredondo I is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 40.8126 N, -2.4938 W.
P.E. Canredondo I has a nameplate capacity of 28 megawatts (MW), typical for a small-to-medium scale wind farm.
The wind farm is owned by Gas Natural Fenosa Renovables S.L.U., a Spanish renewable energy company.
Spain follows the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and implements national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support wind energy.
Onshore wind energy produces no direct emissions, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and helps mitigate climate change. Proper siting minimizes impacts on wildlife and landscapes.