Overview
P.E. CERRO EL COLINETE is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain with a capacity of 11.05 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy expansion under EU Renewable Energy Directive targets.
P.E. CERRO EL COLINETE is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates 41.8804° N, -4.3624° W. The facility has a capacity of 11.05 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind energy in Europe. It is owned by DESARROLLOS EOLICOS S.A. and is currently operational. The wind farm operates within Spain's supportive regulatory framework for renewable energy, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413) targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to encourage wind power development, particularly in regions with favorable wind resources. As an onshore wind installation, P.E. CERRO EL COLINETE contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying Spain's energy mix. Wind farms in this region typically integrate into the national grid, supporting local electricity demand and helping Spain meet its renewable energy goals. The facility's operation also involves managing environmental considerations such as visual impact and bird/bat interactions.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like P.E. CERRO EL COLINETE are typically sited in areas with consistent wind resources, often in rural or agricultural landscapes. Environmental considerations include potential visual impact on the landscape, noise for nearby residents, and risks to bird and bat populations through collisions. Proper siting and mitigation measures are essential to minimize these effects while maximizing renewable energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. CERRO EL COLINETE is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with approximate coordinates 41.8804° N, -4.3624° W.
The wind farm has a capacity of 11.05 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale facility in the Spanish wind energy sector.
The facility is owned by DESARROLLOS EOLICOS S.A., a company involved in wind energy development in Spain.
Spain's renewable energy policy is aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country uses feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to promote wind power.
Onshore wind farms can impact local landscapes, generate noise, and pose risks to birds and bats. Proper siting and mitigation measures are used to address these concerns.