Overview
P.E. Pena Forcada is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Enel Green Power Espana S.L., with a capacity of 33.8 MW.
P.E. Pena Forcada is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned and operated by Enel Green Power Espana S.L. The facility is operational and contributes to Spain's renewable energy capacity with a nameplate capacity of 33.8 MW, positioning it as a medium-scale wind installation within the country's wind energy sector. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Spain has a mature wind energy market, supported by national renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive, which aims for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The facility operates under Spain's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes feed-in tariffs and grid access guarantees. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity generation. Its location in a windy region optimizes energy production. The facility's operation aligns with Spain's goals to increase renewable energy penetration and reduce carbon emissions, supporting the transition to a sustainable energy system.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with favorable wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in Spain. Wind energy projects like this one help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. Potential environmental considerations include visual impact on the landscape and effects on local bird and bat populations, which are managed through siting and operational mitigation measures.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. Pena Forcada is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 43.1653° N, -9.1125° W.
The wind farm has a nameplate capacity of 33.8 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind installation.
The facility is owned by Enel Green Power Espana S.L., a subsidiary of Enel Green Power, a global renewable energy company.
Spain's renewable energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. National policies include feed-in tariffs and grid access guarantees for renewable projects.
By generating electricity from wind, the facility displaces fossil fuel-based power, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Spain's transition to a low-carbon energy system.