Overview
P.E. Sierra Lacera is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, with a capacity of 36.9 MW, owned by Provento Renovables S.A.
P.E. Sierra Lacera is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, operating under the ownership of Provento Renovables S.A. With a capacity of 36.9 MW, it represents a medium-scale wind energy facility contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates within Spain's supportive regulatory framework for renewable energy, which aligns with the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to promote wind energy development, making it a favorable environment for projects like Sierra Lacera. As an onshore wind farm, P.E. Sierra Lacera plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting Spain's energy transition. Its operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the grid, while typical environmental considerations for wind farms include visual impact and bird/bat interactions, managed through site selection and mitigation measures.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with moderate wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in Spain. Environmental considerations include potential visual impact on the landscape and interactions with local bird and bat populations, which are common for wind energy projects. Proper siting and operational adjustments help mitigate these effects.
Frequently asked questions
P.E. Sierra Lacera is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 40.7342° N, -1.6172° W.
The wind farm has a capacity of 36.9 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind energy facility.
The facility is owned by Provento Renovables S.A., a company active in renewable energy development in Spain.
Spain operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. National feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes support wind farm development.
Onshore wind farms like P.E. Sierra Lacera consider visual impact, noise, and potential effects on bird and bat populations. Mitigation measures include careful siting and operational adjustments.