Penamacor is a 123.8 MW wind power plant located in Portugal, commissioned in 2006. The facility generates electricity from wind, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. Penamacor ranks as the 6th largest wind plant in Portugal. With 123.8 MW, it represents 2.51% of Portugal's total wind capacity of 4,935 MW. Portugal has 222 wind plants with a combined capacity of 4,935 MW. Compared to the largest wind plant, Alto Douro at 253 MW, Penamacor is approximately 48.9% the size. Wind energy plays a vital role in Portugal's energy landscape, accounting for about 25% of the total electricity generation. The Penamacor plant takes advantage of the country's favorable wind conditions, supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources. It is situated approximately 200 km northeast of Lisbon in the Centro region.
20 years old
Portugal, Europe
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Penamacor is a wind power plant producing approximately 325 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Portugal- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Nearby Power Plants
Understanding Wind Power Generation: A Comprehensive Overview
Wind power generation harnesses the kinetic energy of wind to produce electricity, making it one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources globally. This process begins with wind turbines, which consist of large blades mounted on a tower. As the wind blows, it causes the blades to rotate, transforming the wind's kinetic energy into mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is then converted into electrical energy through a generator connected to the turbine. The efficiency of wind turbines has significantly improved over the past decades, with modern designs capable of generating power even at low wind speeds.
See Incorrect or Missing Data?
Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.