Overview
P.E. Farrapa I is a 20 MW onshore wind farm in Spain, operated by Parques Eolicos Gestinver SL. The facility contributes to Spain's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
P.E. Farrapa I is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, with a capacity of 20 MW. The facility is owned by Parques Eolicos Gestinver SL and contributes to the country's growing wind energy sector. Spain is a leading market for wind power, with significant onshore and offshore installations. The wind farm operates under Spain's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain's national energy and climate plan supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid access provisions. The 20 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for onshore wind farms in the region. Environmentally, the facility supports Spain's transition to low-carbon energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Wind farms like P.E. Farrapa I help diversify the energy mix and contribute to grid stability. The site's location in a windy region optimizes energy generation while minimizing land-use conflicts.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with favorable wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in northern Spain. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on local bird and bat populations, as well as visual landscape changes. However, modern turbine designs and siting practices help mitigate these effects. The facility supports Spain's renewable energy goals and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. Farrapa I is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 43.3667° N, -7.4833° W.
The facility has a capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale wind farm.
The wind farm is owned by Parques Eolicos Gestinver SL.
Spain's wind energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. National policies include feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees.
Wind farms generate electricity without direct emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to climate change mitigation. They also support energy independence and grid stability.