Wind Farm De Pals secures funding, construction to start near Bladel
A new wind farm near Bladel will soon power 22,000 households with clean energy. Construction begins after securing financing, while local nature and communities benefit from additional green spaces and investments in sustainability projects.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Along the A67, between De Pals nature area and the Belgian border |
| Number of wind turbines | 4 |
| Tip height of turbines | 240 metres |
| Households powered | Around 22,000 |
| New nature area | 60 hectares (8.8 ha mandatory, 51.2 ha additional) |
| Project developer | Renewable Factory |
| Expected operational start | 2027 |
| Information evening | 8 April, 19:30–21:00 at De Achterste Hoef, Troprijt 10 in Bladel |
| Municipality compensation | Annual payment based on energy generated, used for local sustainability |
The municipality of Bladel, in collaboration with project developer Renewable Factory, oversees the development of Wind Farm De Pals as part of broader sustainability goals. Their role includes ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and distributing benefits, such as financial compensation, to the local community.
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Construction of Wind Farm De Pals moves closer
Good news for Wind Farm De Pals: the financing has been secured (also known as financial close). This means the project is financially certain and construction can begin soon. Along the A67, between the De Pals nature area and the Belgian border, four wind turbines will soon be built. The turbines will have a tip height of 240 metres and will generate clean energy for around 22,000 households. Project developer Renewable Factory is responsible for the development and implementation.
From plan to execution
After an intensive preparatory phase, during which objections from nature and environmental organisations led to adjustments to certain aspects of the Wind Farm De Pals plans, the environmental permit was finalised in July 2024 and the project received the green light. Now that financing has been secured and all contracts have been signed, construction can really begin. Paul Sjoerds, project developer for sustainable energy projects at Renewable Factory: "After years of preparation, we are proud that the financing is in place. This is the starting signal for the construction of Wind Farm De Pals, with which we will soon be able to supply thousands of households with clean energy."
In the coming period, the first work will begin, including laying cables for the grid connection and preparatory work such as the construction of access roads and foundations. The wind farm will be built in phases. The turbines are expected to generate sustainable energy from 2027.
Benefits for the area
The wind farm not only generates green electricity, but also benefits the surrounding area. Around 60 hectares of new nature will be created in the area around the wind farm. Of this, 8.8 hectares is mandatory compensation for nature that will be lost due to the construction of the wind farm. The remaining 50 hectares is additional and will make the area greener and more attractive for animals, plants and visitors.
In addition, the municipality will receive compensation for the purchased land and an annual amount based on the amount of energy generated. This money will be used for projects that improve the living environment. Alderman Fons d'Haens: "With the arrival of Wind Farm De Pals, we are taking a big step towards a more sustainable Bladel. At the same time, we believe it is important that the surrounding area also benefits. We will invest the proceeds in projects that contribute to nature, biodiversity, recreation and sustainable agriculture. This will create a future-proof landscape that everyone can enjoy."
Want to know more? Come to the information evening on 8 April
Residents and people living nearby who want to know more about the planning, work, effects on the environment and revenues are very welcome at the information evening.
- Date: Wednesday 8 April
- Time: 19:30 to 21:00 (doors open from 19:00)
- Location: De Achterste Hoef, Troprijt 10 in Bladel
- Registration: please register in advance via the registration form