Overview
Parque Eolico Rio Almodovar is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by Endesa Cogeneracion y Renovables S.A. With a capacity of 16.5 MW, it contributes to Spain's renewable energy goals.
Parque Eolico Rio Almodovar is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned and operated by Endesa Cogeneracion y Renovables S.A. The facility is operational and has a capacity of 16.5 MW, positioning it as a small-scale wind energy installation within the Spanish renewable energy sector. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Spain's renewable energy framework, aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targets a 42.5% renewable share by 2030. Facilities like this benefit from national support mechanisms, including feed-in tariffs and grid connection priority. This wind farm contributes to reducing carbon emissions and diversifying Spain's energy mix. Its location in southern Spain benefits from consistent wind patterns, supporting grid stability and local energy needs. The project also aligns with regional renewable portfolio standards and the broader European energy transition.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with favorable wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in southern Spain. Environmental considerations include potential visual impact on the landscape and effects on local bird and bat populations. Proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these impacts, supporting sustainable energy generation.
Frequently asked questions
Parque Eolico Rio Almodovar is located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 36.1949 N, -5.7634 W.
The wind farm has a capacity of 16.5 MW, making it a small-scale onshore wind installation.
The facility is owned by Endesa Cogeneracion y Renovables S.A., a subsidiary of the Spanish utility Endesa.
Spain operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, with national feed-in tariffs and grid connection support for wind projects.
Onshore wind farms can affect local landscapes and wildlife, particularly birds and bats. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help reduce these impacts, making wind a low-carbon energy source.