Overview
Parque Eolico Enix is an operational onshore wind farm in Almeria, Spain, owned by Enel Green Power. With a capacity of 13.2 MW, it contributes to Spain's renewable energy goals.
Parque Eolico Enix is an onshore wind farm located in the province of Almeria, Andalusia, Spain. Owned and operated by Enel Green Power Espana S.L., the facility has been operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity. With a total capacity of 13.2 MW, it is a medium-scale wind installation typical of Spain's distributed wind power landscape. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Spain's renewable energy sector operates under the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. The facility benefits from Spain's supportive regulatory framework, including feed-in tariffs and grid connection priority for renewable sources. Parque Eolico Enix plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting local energy independence. The wind farm's location in a region with favorable wind conditions ensures efficient power generation. Its operation aligns with Spain's national energy strategy to increase renewable energy penetration and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a semi-arid region of Almeria, characterized by low vegetation and agricultural land. Onshore wind farms in such areas typically have visual and land-use impacts, but they also provide clean energy without water consumption or air emissions. Proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize effects on local bird and bat populations.
Frequently asked questions
Parque Eolico Enix is located in the province of Almeria, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, southern Spain.
The wind farm has a total installed capacity of 13.2 megawatts (MW).
The facility is owned by Enel Green Power Espana S.L., a subsidiary of the Italian energy company Enel.
Spain's renewable energy sector is governed by the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy share by 2030. National policies include feed-in tariffs and priority grid access for renewables.
Onshore wind power generates electricity without emitting greenhouse gases or consuming water, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change.