Repowering of the Tortosa wind farm: 3 large turbines in the protected Cardó-Boix area without a fauna study

GEPEC-EdC warns that the repowering of the Baix Ebre wind farm in Tortosa poses a serious impact on the protected natural area of Cardó-Boix. The proposal maintains the power but would multiply production by 3.7, with only 3 giant wind turbines replacing the current 27.

However, what concerns environmentalists the most is that the fauna study, essential to assess the effects on local biodiversity, has not been presented. And this, close to home, is a warning that cannot be ignored.

The repowering project of the Baix Ebre wind farm in Tortosa

What exactly does the company Parc Eòlic del Baix Ebre SA propose?

The company PEBESA wants to replace the 27 current wind turbines, dating from 1995 and about 100 meters high, with 3 large-scale turbines. Although the nominal power would be maintained at 4.05 MW, energy production could be multiplied by 3.7, according to data provided by GEPEC-EdC.

Why is this repowering of interest to the park managers?

The technological leap would notably increase production with fewer units, theoretically reducing visual impact and maintenance complexity. But the reality is that the size and concentration of the turbines can have more aggressive effects on the territory and fauna.

The impact on the protected natural area Serres de Cardó-Boix

How does this project affect Cardó-Boix?

The wind farm is located within the area protected by the Natura 2000 Network, a place that hosts vulnerable species and habitats. The presence of large turbines can alter ecosystems and cause conflicts with environmental conservation.

What concerns do environmentalists have?

GEPEC-EdC denounces that no fauna study has been presented, which is fundamental to understand the impact of the wind turbines on local species, especially birds and other animals sensitive to the presence of turbines.

The project's requirements and shortcomings according to GEPEC-EdC

What does GEPEC-EdC say about the lack of a fauna study?

The environmental group insists that without this study the protection of biodiversity cannot be guaranteed and that the lack of information casts doubt on the environmental viability of the project.

What measures do they demand to proceed with the project?

They demand the immediate presentation of a detailed fauna study and a review of environmental impacts to ensure that the repowering does not endanger the natural values of Cardó-Boix.

Source of the article: Editorial Team | ACN