Research director:
Dr. Andreas Georgoulias
Research core team:
Cristina Contreras, ENV-SP
Judith Rodriguez, ENV-SP
Case study written by:
Arianna Galan, Master in Architecture I 16´
Editors:
Laurel Schwab, Masters in Urban Planning 16′
Anthony Stahl, MDesS Real Estate and the Built Environment 16´
US $560 million investment
350250.5 MW
48 Ha with 167 wind turbines of 1.5 MW
600,000 tons of CO2/year reduction
EURUS S.A.P.I. Wind Farm has been developed as one of the largest wind farms in the world, and it will cover 25% of the energy needs of CEMEX in Mexico. The project is located in La Venta, Mexico, and will utilize a total of 48 hectares within a site of 2,658 hectares. The wind farm operates with 167 wind turbines of 1,5 MW each, associated control facilities, and connected to the national grid through a 230 kV transmission line to the Juchitán II substation. This 250.5 MW wind power project generates 989,5 GWh of renewable energy every year, the equivalent of providing energy for a population of 500,000 residents with 25% less emissions. EURUS S.A.P.I. will help facilitate Mexico’s transition to a low carbon economy and prevent the emission of 600,000 tons of CO2 every year. The project has also spearheaded a strong social management program with a community investment plan focused in promoting self-employment, education, and community collaboration in La Venta through workshops, training sessions, construction projects, and other initiatives respecting the local customs and cultural heritage.
