Wind energy in Spain
With more than 31,600 MW of installed capacity, wind energy is the primary source of electricity generation in Spain, currently covering 23% of demand. This is a significant milestone for the energy sector and reflects the country’s commitment to the transition toward cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.
In Spain, there are more than 1,415 wind farms with over 22,485 wind turbines installed, generating more than 59,300 GWh.
In 2024, 1,186 MW of new capacity was added, doubling the amount installed the previous year (675 MW). A total of 37 new wind farms were built with 240 wind turbines.
Spain is the sixth country in the world in terms of installed wind power capacity, after China, the United States, Germany, India and Brazil, and the second in Europe after Germany.
Wind energy covers 23% of the energy consumed
31,679 MW of installed wind capacity in Spain
There are currently 1,416 wind farms installed in more than 868 municipalities
In Spain there are more than 276 manufacturing centers in 16 of the 17 regions
Wind energy avoids the emission of 32.8 million tons of CO2
35,000 people work in the sector in our country
Main figures of the wind energy sector in Spain
