Overview
P.E. La Celaya is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Desarrollos Eolicos de Lugo S.A.U., with a capacity of 28.8 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio.
P.E. La Celaya is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned by Desarrollos Eolicos de Lugo S.A.U. The facility is operational and has a capacity of 28.8 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind energy in Spain. The plant utilizes wind turbines to generate electricity, a technology well-established in Spain, which has significant wind resources. Spain's renewable energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and national support mechanisms including feed-in tariffs and grid connection frameworks. As part of Spain's wind energy capacity, P.E. La Celaya contributes to decarbonizing the grid and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in the southern region benefits from consistent wind patterns, supporting stable power generation and local energy security.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like P.E. La Celaya can have visual impacts on landscapes and potential effects on bird and bat populations. However, Spain's regulatory framework requires environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures. The facility's location in a region with moderate wind speeds balances energy production with environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. La Celaya is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 37.3449 N, -2.5091 W.
P.E. La Celaya has a capacity of 28.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale wind farm in Spain.
The facility is owned by Desarrollos Eolicos de Lugo S.A.U., a Spanish company specializing in wind energy development.
Wind farms in Spain operate under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030, and national policies including feed-in tariffs and grid connection regulations.
By generating clean electricity from wind, P.E. La Celaya helps Spain reduce carbon emissions and progress toward its renewable energy targets under the EU directive.