Overview
PARQUE EOLICO SAN XOAN is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by CORPORACION ACCIONA EOLICA S.L., with a capacity of 15.84 MW.
PARQUE EOLICO SAN XOAN is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned by CORPORACION ACCIONA EOLICA S.L. With a capacity of 15.84 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within the Spanish wind energy sector, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under Spain's regulatory framework, which aligns with the European Union's Renewable Energy Directive III, targeting 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Spain's national energy and climate plan supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid connection incentives, making onshore wind a key technology for decarbonization. The wind farm's location in the northwestern region of Spain benefits from consistent Atlantic winds, supporting efficient power generation. Its output feeds into the Spanish grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and supporting local energy needs. The facility's operational status underscores its role in Spain's transition to a low-carbon economy.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like PARQUE EOLICO SAN XOAN can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect bird and bat populations through collisions. However, modern siting practices and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's location in a windy region maximizes energy production while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, contributing positively to climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
PARQUE EOLICO SAN XOAN is located in Spain, with approximate coordinates 42.6833 N, -7.2333 W.
The wind farm has a capacity of 15.84 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
The facility is owned by CORPORACION ACCIONA EOLICA S.L., a subsidiary of the Spanish renewable energy company Acciona.
Spain supports onshore wind through national renewable energy targets under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, feed-in tariffs, and grid connection priority for renewables.
Onshore wind farms can affect local landscapes and wildlife, particularly birds and bats, but proper siting and mitigation reduce these impacts. They provide clean energy, reducing carbon emissions.