Hybridisation of the Cavaleira Wind Farm: the First Wind Farm in Alentejo

Lisbon – 23 March 2026 – Hyperion Renewables, in partnership with Vestas and Windpark, has announced the start of construction of the Nortada Wind Park, a 31.5 MW project located in Central Alentejo, in Sousel, representing an innovative milestone in Portugal’s renewable energy landscape. Once completed, the wind farm will form part of one of the first fully hybrid projects in Portugal to integrate solar generation, wind power and energy storage simultaneously, reinforcing the role of hybrid solutions in the energy transition and in the integration of renewable energy into the electricity system.

The Nortada Wind Park, the first project in Portugal for Hyperion Renewables, will enable the hybridisation of the grid connection point associated with the Cavaleira Photovoltaic Plant, located in Estremoz and already undergoing hybridisation with a battery energy storage system. This will bring together three technologies within the same grid connection infrastructure. This solution represents a direct optimisation that contributes to more efficient use of the electricity grid and greater flexibility of the energy system by combining complementary technologies at a single connection point, thereby reducing the need for new public infrastructure.

The project will feature seven Vestas V163-4.5 MW turbines, for a total installed capacity of 31.5 MW. Vestas will be responsible for the supply and installation of the turbines, as well as a long-term operations and maintenance agreement, while Windpark will perfom the construction of the wind farm.

“This is a pioneering project in Central Alentejo and a strategic milestone for Hyperion: it is our first wind farm in Portugal and demonstrates that the energy transition can be accelerated through innovative projects,” says Aytea Amandi-Alvarez, CEO of Hyperion Renewables. “By combining wind, solar and storage at the same grid connection point, we strengthen the flexibility and resilience of the electricity system while advancing an innovative and sustainable solution,” she adds.

“We are delighted to collaborate with Hyperion on this landmark hybrid project, which sets a new benchmark for the renewable energy landscape in Portugal. At Vestas, we continue to demonstrate that with the right technology, wind energy can be developed anywhere,” says Tiago Palma Veigas, Head of Vestas for Portugal.

“It is a pleasure to collaborate with two outstanding companies and contribute our expertise to this type of hybrid projects. We are fully committed to initiatives that integrate multiple renewable energy generation systems, optimizing grid connections and reducing environmental impact. Innovation means delivering real solutions to today’s energy challenges — with vision, experience and commitment,” says Mario de Gaviria, CEO of Windpark.

Through this investment, the three companies reinforce their commitment to developing innovative and sustainable energy solutions, contributing to a more resilient electricity system prepared to meet the challenges of the energy transition.

The delivery of the turbines is scheduled for early 2027, with commercial operation expected in mid-2027.

About Hyperion Renewables – hyperionrenewables.com

Hyperion Renewables is an Iberian company dedicated to the development, financing and operation of renewable energy projects. With two decades of experience and more than 750 MW of renewable energy projects developed, the company has strengthened its position as a key driver of the energy transition in the region. Since 2023, it has operated as an Independent Power Producer (IPP), focusing on Portugal, Spain and Romania. The company is led by CEO Aytea Alvarez Amandi and Executive Chairman Pedro Rezende, supported by a team of 60 professionals.

About Vestas – www.vestas.com

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service onshore and offshore wind turbines across the globe, and with more than 201 GW of wind turbines in 88 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our industry-leading smart data capabilities and unparalleled more than 161 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver best-in-class wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas’ more than 37,000 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future.

About Windpark – www.groupige.com

Windpark, with more than 50 years of experience in the construction sector, is part of Group IGE, an international group of companies with a new vision of construction. The group was created with the ambition of becoming a leader in civil construction and engineering, renewable energy, and the commercialization and distribution of construction materials, with the clear objective of consolidating a leading position in the sector. With more than 200 completed projects, participating in the construction of over 2,66 GW across 8 different countries, We also operate a 60-hectare site where our quarry, concrete plants, asphalt mixing plants, and our own laboratory are located, ensuring the quality of our products, maintain more than 180 company vehicles, and are supported by a team of over 190 professionals. We are currently involved in some of the most advanced projects on the Iberian Peninsula, such as the Nortada project. However, what we are most proud of are our long-term relationships with clients and suppliers, which confirm our professionalism and our commitment to excellence in every project we take part in.

For further information, please contact:

Hyperion Renewables
Beatriz Serrano Rodrigues | bsr@ampassociates.pt | +351 964 124 051
Carolina Cosme | cc@ampassociates.pt | +351 919 390 610
Catarina Travassos | ct@ampassociates.pt | +351 919 155 913

Vestas
Paula Canto González
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Vestas Mediterranean
Email: pacgn@vestas.com
Tel: +34 682 83 21 78

Windpark
Carolina Sanz Pérez
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Group Ige
Email: carolina.sanz@groupige.com