Authorization Denied for 'Benavieja' Wind Farm of 86.8 MW in Cantabria Due to Negative Environmental Impact
29 Jun 2026Effective: 29 Jun 202649 views
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Wind farm promoters and renewable energy projects in Spain
Summary
The Ministry denies authorization for the Benavieja wind farm in Cantabria following an unfavorable environmental impact assessment and expiration of grid connection permits.
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The Directorate General for Energy Policy and Mines rejects the application by Araste SPV 2021, SLU to build the Benavieja wind farm of 86.8 MW in Cantabria. The denial is based on two main grounds: the unfavorable environmental impact assessment issued on February 24, 2026, which identified negative impacts without su…
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