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Parque Eolico Alto Palancia III - Onshore Wind Farm in Spain

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Overview

Parque Eolico Alto Palancia III is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Corporacion Acciona Eolica S.L. With a capacity of 94 MW, it contributes to Spain's renewable energy targets.

Parque Eolico Alto Palancia III is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned by Corporacion Acciona Eolica S.L. The facility has a capacity of 94 MW, placing it in the medium-to-large scale for wind farms in the region. The wind farm operates under Spain's regulatory framework, which aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain has implemented national feed-in tariffs and grid connection regimes to support wind energy development. The facility uses modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. This wind farm plays a role in Spain's renewable energy mix, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. It contributes to the local grid and supports the country's transition to a sustainable energy system. The facility's location in the Alto Palancia region benefits from favorable wind conditions.

Environmental context

Wind farms like Parque Eolico Alto Palancia III can have visual impacts on the landscape and potential effects on bird and bat populations. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize these impacts. The facility contributes to reducing carbon emissions and supports Spain's renewable energy goals.

Frequently asked questions

Parque Eolico Alto Palancia III is located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 39.9894 N, -0.6804 W.

The wind farm has a capacity of 94 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale onshore wind installation.

The facility is owned by Corporacion Acciona Eolica S.L., a subsidiary of Acciona, a leading renewable energy company.

Spain follows the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The country also has national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies to support wind power.

Onshore wind farms can impact landscapes and wildlife, particularly birds and bats. Proper siting and mitigation measures are essential to minimize these effects while providing clean energy.
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