The Cabildo of Lanzarote has begun the installation of the four wind turbines of the new San Bartolomé Wind Farm, a key project within its strategy of transition towards renewable energies. This infrastructure, managed by the Island Water Consortium, will generate more than 27,000 megawatt hours (MWh) per year, enough to supply around 8,000 homes on the island.
The president of the Cabildo of Lanzarote, Oswaldo Betancort, assured that this start of installation "is an important positive news for the whole of the island's citizens." "We continue to advance in our firm commitment to maximize the implementation of clean energy in Lanzarote and La Graciosa," said the president, who also pointed out that the goal is for the island to be "a benchmark in sustainability."
The vice president and Councilor for Public Works, also responsible for the FDCAN funds, Jacobo Medina, has highlighted the importance of this project for the energy future of Lanzarote. "This park is a clear example of our commitment to sustainability.
"With the installation of these wind turbines, we are moving towards a cleaner energy model, which will not only reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, but will also help us mitigate climate change," said Medina, who added that this government group worked hard to get these mills out of the dock "which cost Lanzarote residents more than 50,000 euros in rent."
For his part, the Councilor for Water, Domingo Cejas, said that this initiative is part of a coordinated effort to maximize the use of clean energy on the island: "The commissioning of these wind turbines will mark a milestone for Lanzarote. Through this installation, we will avoid the emission of more than 11,000 tons of CO2 per year. It is great news for the island and for the protection of the environment."
The project, with an investment of more than 11 million euros and co-financed by the Canary Islands Development Fund (FDCAN), is in its installation phase, after completing the foundation works. The wind turbines are expected to be operational by the end of this year, helping Lanzarote continue to consolidate itself as a benchmark in the transition to renewable energies.
It should also be remembered that the Island Corporation warned, in October of last year, of the possible loss of these 11 million euros from the FDCAN due to the inability of the previous Government. However, an extraordinary extension was obtained from the Government of the Canary Islands, thus guaranteeing the investment in these new wind turbines.