Bornes Wind Farm, initially with 60 MW, began its operations (PTO) in 2009, having been overpowered in 2016, raising its intalled capacity to 70 MW. It is located in Macedo de Cavaleiros and is held by Parque Eólico da Serra de Bornes, S.A.
Installed Capacity
70MW
No. of turbines
29
Turbine type
Nordex N90 – R80 and Senvion MM100
Hub height
80m
Blade length
45m and 50m
Expected P50 energy yield
150GWh
Annual house-hold power equivalent
36,452 homes*
*Based on an average energy yield and assumed annual household usage of 4,115 kWh per year^ = 36,452 homes.
^Typical Domestic Consumption Values from Ofgem. Electricity: Profile Class 2 Medium 4.2MWh
