Serra dos Candeeiros is a 111 MW wind power plant located in Portugal, commissioned in 2005. This facility generates electricity from wind energy, contributing to Portugal's renewable energy initiatives. Serra dos Candeeiros ranks as the 10th largest wind plant in Portugal. With a capacity of 111 MW, it represents 2.25% of the country's total wind capacity of 4,935 MW. Portugal has 222 wind plants with a combined capacity exceeding 4,900 MW. Compared to the largest wind plant, Alto Douro at 253 MW, Serra dos Candeeiros is approximately 44% the size. Wind energy is an essential part of Portugal's energy mix, providing around 25% of the total electricity generation. The development of wind farms like Serra dos Candeeiros supports the country's commitment to renewable energy and sustainability. The plant is located in the central region of Portugal, about 100 kilometers from Lisbon.
21 years old
Portugal, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Portugal- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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.
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