Overview
Parque Eolico Alabe-Soan is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Acciona Eolica de Galicia S.A., with a capacity of 19.5 MW.
Parque Eolico Alabe-Soan is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, specifically in the region of Galicia. The facility is owned by Acciona Eolica de Galicia S.A. and has a capacity of 19.5 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale for wind energy in Spain. The wind farm operates under Spain's renewable energy regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to support wind energy development. The facility uses modern wind turbine technology typical of onshore installations in the region. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to Spain's renewable energy goals and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in Galicia benefits from consistent wind patterns, though like all wind farms, it requires careful siting to minimize visual and ecological impacts, such as bird and bat interactions. The facility supports local grid stability and clean energy supply.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with favorable wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in Spain. Environmental considerations include potential visual impact on the landscape and effects on local bird and bat populations. Proper siting and mitigation measures are essential to minimize ecological disruption while maximizing renewable energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
Parque Eolico Alabe-Soan is located in Spain, specifically in the region of Galicia.
The wind farm has a capacity of 19.5 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind installation.
The facility is owned by Acciona Eolica de Galicia S.A., a subsidiary of the Spanish renewable energy company Acciona.
Spain operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. The country uses feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to promote wind energy.
Onshore wind farms must address visual impact, noise, and effects on bird and bat populations. Environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures are required to minimize ecological disruption.