Overview
P.E. MAJOGAZAS is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain with a capacity of 49.5 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
P.E. MAJOGAZAS is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, with a capacity of 49.5 MW. This facility is part of Spain's growing renewable energy portfolio, which aims to meet the EU's target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030 under the Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413). The wind farm is owned by EXPLOTACIONES EOLICAS SIERRA DE ALCARAZ S.L. and is situated in the central region of the country, near coordinates 39.1667° N, -3.8542° W. The facility utilizes wind turbines to generate electricity, a technology that is well-established in Spain due to favorable wind conditions in many regions. Spain has a robust regulatory framework supporting wind energy, including feed-in tariffs and grid connection protocols. The 49.5 MW capacity places this wind farm in the medium-to-large scale category for onshore wind in Spain, contributing significantly to local and national renewable energy targets. Environmentally, the P.E. MAJOGAZAS wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. It also supports Spain's energy independence and grid stability. The facility's operation aligns with the country's commitment to the EU's renewable energy goals, providing clean energy to the grid and reducing reliance on imported fuels.
Environmental context
The wind farm is located in a region with moderate wind resources, typical for central Spain. Onshore wind farms like P.E. MAJOGAZAS can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures are often employed to minimize these effects. The facility contributes to reducing carbon emissions and supports Spain's transition to a low-carbon energy system.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. MAJOGAZAS is located in Spain, with approximate coordinates 39.1667° N, -3.8542° W.
P.E. MAJOGAZAS has an installed capacity of 49.5 MW, making it a medium-to-large scale onshore wind farm.
The wind farm is owned by EXPLOTACIONES EOLICAS SIERRA DE ALCARAZ S.L.
Spain operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country also has national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regulations to support wind energy development.
By generating 49.5 MW of clean electricity, P.E. MAJOGAZAS helps Spain reduce carbon emissions and increase its share of renewable energy, supporting the EU's 2030 targets.