Overview
PARQUE EOLICO PENAS ALTAS is a 49.5 MW onshore wind farm in Spain, operated by ENERGIAS EOLICAS EUROPEAS S.A. It contributes to Spain's renewable energy capacity under EU Renewable Energy Directive targets.
PARQUE EOLICO PENAS ALTAS is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 39.7493° N, -0.9968° W. The facility has a capacity of 49.5 MW, positioning it as a medium-scale wind installation within the Spanish renewable energy sector. The wind farm operates under Spain's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. Spain's national energy and climate plan supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid connection priority, facilitating projects like this one. As part of Spain's growing wind energy fleet, PARQUE EOLICO PENAS ALTAS contributes to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy independence. The facility's output feeds into the national grid, supporting regional electricity demand and Spain's transition to a low-carbon economy.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like PARQUE EOLICO PENAS ALTAS can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect local bird and bat populations through collisions. However, Spain's environmental regulations require impact assessments and mitigation measures. The facility's location in a region with favorable wind conditions supports efficient renewable energy generation with minimal land-use conflict.
Frequently asked questions
PARQUE EOLICO PENAS ALTAS is located in Spain, with approximate coordinates 39.7493° N, -0.9968° W.
The wind farm has a capacity of 49.5 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind installation.
The facility is owned by ENERGIAS EOLICAS EUROPEAS S.A., a Spanish company active in the wind energy sector.
Spain follows the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and implements national feed-in tariffs and grid connection priority for wind power.
Onshore wind farms must undergo environmental impact assessments addressing visual impact, bird and bat protection, and land use. Mitigation measures are required to minimize ecological effects.