Moulin à vent, Wind Farm in France

Around 9,400* inhabitants Supplied with electricity
5 Wind turbines
Around 900* tons of CO2 Avoided annually

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Technical data

TurbinesVestas V90
Rotor diameter90 m
Platform height78 m

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About the Moulin à Vent Wind Farm

Located in the Aube region near Avant-lès-Marcilly, the Moulin à Vent wind farm consists of 5 turbines, each with a capacity of 10 MW. Commissioned in 2011, it generates an annual output equivalent to the electricity consumption of approximately 9,400* residents.

This project contributes to reducing CO₂ emissions, avoiding around 900* tonnes each year, and plays a concrete role in the development of renewable energy in France.

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The wind farm as seen from the outside

Boralex’s facilities are located in the heart of local communities, and the company aims to play an active role in these communities by building lasting relationships with local stakeholders. That is why Boralex funds philanthropic and sponsorship initiatives near its wind farms.

Funded project near the Moulin à Vent wind farm:

Échappée Nogent Braquet Libre: Co-funding of the “Souvenir Jean-Louis Marcilly” award presented by the municipality of Avant-lès-Marcilly, organized as part of a local cycling race.