Overview
PARQUE EOLICO SIERRA DEL ORO is an operational onshore wind farm in Spain, owned by URBAENERGIA S.A., with a capacity of 26 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy goals.
PARQUE EOLICO SIERRA DEL ORO is an operational onshore wind farm located in Spain, owned by URBAENERGIA S.A. With a capacity of 26 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for wind farms in the region, supporting Spain's transition to renewable energy. The facility utilizes wind power technology, a mature and widely deployed renewable energy source in Spain. Spain benefits from strong wind resources, particularly in regions like the one where this farm is located. The regulatory framework includes the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, and Spain's national policies that promote wind energy through feed-in tariffs and grid access provisions. Environmentally, onshore wind farms like this one contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel dependence. They also play a role in local energy security and can coexist with agricultural land use. The facility's operations align with Spain's commitment to increasing renewable capacity and meeting EU climate targets.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms in Spain are typically sited in areas with consistent wind patterns, such as ridges and plains. They can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect local bird and bat populations, though mitigation measures like turbine placement and curtailment during migration periods are common. The environmental benefits of displacing fossil fuel generation generally outweigh these localized impacts.
Frequently asked questions
PARQUE EOLICO SIERRA DEL ORO is an onshore wind farm located in Spain, with coordinates approximately 38.27 N, -1.38 E.
The wind farm has a capacity of 26 MW, making it a medium-scale wind energy facility.
The facility is owned by URBAENERGIA S.A., a company active in the Spanish renewable energy sector.
Spain's wind energy sector operates under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which mandates a 42.5% renewable energy share by 2030, and national policies including feed-in tariffs and grid connection guarantees.
Onshore wind farms reduce carbon emissions but can affect local wildlife, particularly birds and bats, and alter landscapes. Proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these impacts.