Overview
P.E. CERROS DE RADONA is a 40 MW onshore wind farm in Spain, operated by EOLICA DE RADONA S.L.U. The facility contributes to Spain's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
P.E. CERROS DE RADONA is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates 41.2513° N, -2.5268° W. The facility has a capacity of 40 MW, positioning it as a medium-scale wind energy project within the Spanish renewable energy landscape. It is owned and operated by EOLICA DE RADONA S.L.U. 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 supportive policies including feed-in tariffs and grid connection priority for renewables, facilitating the development of onshore wind projects like this one. The 40 MW capacity reflects a typical size for wind farms in the region, contributing to the national grid's decarbonization goals. Environmentally, the facility generates clean electricity, displacing fossil fuel-based power and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Onshore wind farms in Spain are often sited in areas with favorable wind resources, and this project's location in the interior may involve considerations for local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. The wind farm's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to Spain's renewable energy mix and energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of central Spain, where wind resources are abundant for energy generation. Onshore wind farms in such areas can impact local bird and bat populations through collision risks, and land use changes may affect agricultural or natural habitats. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The project supports Spain's transition to a low-carbon economy by reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. CERROS DE RADONA is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, at coordinates 41.2513° N, -2.5268° W.
The facility has a capacity of 40 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind farm.
The wind farm is owned and operated by EOLICA DE RADONA S.L.U.
Spain follows the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, with national feed-in tariffs and grid connection priority for renewables.
By generating clean electricity, the wind farm reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports Spain's transition to a low-carbon energy system.