58 MW Hybrid Wind Farm in Bonete: What It Means for the Energy Sector

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Elawan Fotovoltaica Campanario 2, SL takes a decisive step in its renewable energy project in Castilla-La Mancha: the Dirección General de Política Energética y Minas has granted the prior administrative authorization to hybridize wind and solar technology at a single grid connection point. The resolution, dated 14 January 2026 and published in the BOE on 6 April 2026 (BOE-A-2026-7803), authorizes a hybrid installation of 58.12 MW in the municipality of Bonete (Albacete).

The hybridization of renewable technologies is one of the most efficient strategies for maximizing the performance of grid connection points, a scarce and highly contested resource in Spain. This project is a concrete example of how that strategy is being implemented within the framework of the PNIEC.

What does this regulation establish?

The resolution grants Elawan Fotovoltaica Campanario 2, SL the prior administrative authorization for two distinct elements:

• The Campanario II Híbrido wind farm, with an installed capacity of 10 MW.
• The hybridization of that wind farm with the already existing solar photovoltaic installation FV Campanario II, with an installed capacity of 48.12 MW.
• Part of the evacuation infrastructure shared between both installations.

The result is a hybrid installation of 58.12 MW located in the municipal district of Bonete (Albacete).

The prior administrative authorization is the first step in the administrative process in Spain for electricity generation projects. It does not yet enable construction or operation: after it, a construction authorization must be obtained, and subsequently a commissioning authorization.

Economic and operational impact

Wind-solar hybridization at a single connection point has direct operational and economic implications for the developer and for the electricity system:

• Grid connection point optimization: The grid access point is one of the most valuable assets in renewable energy development in Spain. Hybridization allows a single connection point to be used by two complementary technologies, maximizing its utilization without requiring a new access point.
• Improved evacuation capacity factor: Solar energy is generated mainly during the central hours of the day, while wind power has more distributed generation profiles. The combination of both reduces periods of underutilization of the evacuation infrastructure.
• Reduction of infrastructure costs: Sharing the evacuation infrastructure between the 10 MW wind and the 48.12 MW solar reduces investment costs in lines and substations compared to developing two independent projects.
• Contribution to the PNIEC: The project adds 58.12 MW to Spain's installed renewable capacity targets, in line with the goals of the Plan Nacional Integrado de Energía y Clima.

Who is affected?

• Elawan Fotovoltaica Campanario 2, SL: Direct developer of the project. It must manage the following administrative steps (construction authorization and commissioning) in order to execute and operate the installation.
• Municipality of Bonete (Albacete): The territory where the hybrid installation will be located. It may be affected in terms of territorial impact, local employment during construction, and possible compensation agreements.
• Renewable energy developers and project developers: This type of resolution sets the precedent and administrative pace for hybridization projects in Spain. It is a reference for those processing similar projects.
• Grid operators and electricity system managers: The incorporation of 58.12 MW of hybrid capacity in Albacete has implications for grid planning in the area.
• Investors and renewable infrastructure funds: Obtaining the prior authorization reduces the regulatory risk of the project and may trigger financing or divestment decisions.

Practical example

Imagine a renewable energy developer that already has an operational 48 MW solar photovoltaic installation with its grid connection point. Instead of applying for a new access point for an additional wind farm (a lengthy, costly process with a waiting list), they opt for hybridization: adding 10 MW of wind power that shares the same evacuation infrastructure.

This is exactly what Elawan Fotovoltaica Campanario 2, SL has done with the Campanario II Híbrido project in Bonete. The FV Campanario II solar installation of 48.12 MW already had its infrastructure in place. By adding 10 MW of wind power, the total capacity rises to 58.12 MW without the need to duplicate the investment in evacuation.

The result: greater annual renewable energy generation, better utilization of the connection point, and a more cost-efficient structure for the developer. For the electricity system, it means more hours of active generation from the same grid node.

What should companies do now?

1. If you are the developer (Elawan Fotovoltaica Campanario 2, SL): Begin the procedures to obtain the construction authorization, which is the next mandatory administrative step following the prior authorization already granted.
2. If you develop renewable energy projects in Spain: Analyze whether your existing installations are suitable for hybridization. The Bonete resolution confirms that the Dirección General de Política Energética y Minas is processing and granting this type of authorization.
3. If you are an investor or financier in renewables: Review the administrative status of the Campanario II Híbrido project. Obtaining the prior authorization is a milestone that reduces regulatory risk and may influence financing decisions.
4. If you operate in the Bonete (Albacete) area: Monitor the progress of the project to anticipate potential territorial impacts, local employment opportunities, or coordination needs with the developer.
5. If you advise renewable energy developers: Use this case as a reference for timelines and administrative structure for wind-solar hybridization projects in Spain in 2026.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, please consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-7803