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Chafariz wind farm

Chafariz wind farm is a 471 MW wind farm located in Paraíba, Brazil. The facility is currently in operation, with its first unit entering service in 2021.

471 MWCapacity
OperatingStatus
2021Start year
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Overview

GEM tracks 15 units or phases at this site (operating 471 MW).

Technology: Onshore.

Ownership: Iberdrola Neoenergia.

Why it matters

  • The 11th-largest wind farm in Brazil by capacity (of 267 operating wind facilities tracked).
  • Provides about 1.3% of Brazil's operating wind capacity.
  • Wind output varies with weather, so large wind farms depend on transmission capacity and system flexibility to deliver their power to demand centres.

Units and phases

Unit / phaseCapacityStatusTechnologyStartRetired
1 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
2 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
3 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
4 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
5 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
6 31 MW Operating Onshore 2021
7 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Canoas 2 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Canoas 3 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Canoas 4 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Lagoa 3 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Lagoa 4 21 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Ventos de Arapuá 1 24 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Ventos de Arapuá 2 35 MW Operating Onshore 2021
Ventos de Arapuá 3 14 MW Operating Onshore 2021

Location

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of Chafariz wind farm?

Chafariz wind farm has a capacity of 471 MW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.

Who owns Chafariz wind farm?

Iberdrola Neoenergia.

Where is Chafariz wind farm located?

It is located in Paraíba, Brazil. Approximate coordinates: -6.9968, -36.8940.

When did Chafariz wind farm start operating?

Start year: 2021. Current status: Operating.

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