Statkraft has completed the first phase of the Montes de Cierzo wind repowering project in Navarra, replacing 44 turbines with 10 new machines.
Statkraft said the project will increase installed capacity by 50% from 60MW to 90MW and is expected to double annual production to 300GWh.
The company added that the repowering achieves almost full recycling and reuse of old components while reducing visual impact.
The project will include battery storage with 14.26MW installed capacity and 28.51MWh storage to support supply stability and mitigate price volatility.
“I am truly proud of this project. Not only does it deliver clean, affordable energy to industry and consumers at a time when Europe really needs it, it also reduces the impact on local communities and the environment through innovative and thorough focus on design and recycling,” said Barbara Flesche, executive vice president for Statkraft in Europe.
“Renewable projects, combing solar, wind and battery storage are the cheapest and fastest way to increase energy security, reduce bills and cut emissions while at the same time ensuring stable energy supplies.”
“With an ageing wind power fleet, wind repowering is one of the most efficient ways to add more clean megawatts to the energy system in Spain,” said José Miguel Ferrer, country manager for Statkraft in Spain.
“The Montes de Cierzo wind repowering project demonstrates Statkraft’s commitment to Spain, which has become one of the company’s most important markets.”
More than 250 people, mainly from the Navarra region, have invested €5 million in the project as part of a citizen co-investment initiative.
Statkraft said the wind farm is expected to be fully repowered and commissioned by 2027.