The local community and territory
Habitat and Fauna
One of the first points to be discussed when starting a new project, is the site where it will take place. FERA always pays attention to the surrounding area with utmost care, avoiding any areas which should be protected. At this stage of the project, we are assisted and supported by Natura 2000, an ecological network that is spread across the entire European Union and established under the Habitat Directive 92/43/EEC. It’s aim is to ensure the long-term preservation of natural habitats as well as species of flora and fauna which are threatened or rare at EU level.
Wind analysis
This is undertaken only on suitable areas and conducted with specific software which allows precise and constant measurement.
Thanks to anemometric studies, we have identified sites with excellent wind conditions, that are optimal for installation.
Production data of all installed systems are in line with projections from the planning phase.
On sites that are under development, the Environment Office carries out at least one year monitoring avifauna (birds) and chiropterofauna (bats).
Even if not specifically requested by the Region. The results of this monitoring are essential to fine tune the design and lay-out of the plant.
If one or more of the monitoring findings highlight critical factors (e.g. migratory passage or roosts in the vicinity), the project will not continue.
At the same time as fauna monitoring, flora analyses are carried out, with studies in preparation for organising an environmental restoration plan.
FERA is a member of the National Wind and Fauna Observatory set up by ANEV (National Wind Energy Association) and ISPRA (Institute for Environmental Protection and Research).
The objective of the Observatory is to reinforce environmental protection whilst at the same time, promoting wind farm development on Italian territory, in a way that is attentive to the conservation of biodiversity (from the ANEV website).
Projects supported by FERA
Stella Outdoor Skill Event
Sponsorship of the first edition of the “Stella Outdoor” Skill Event, an event to promote and enhance the territory of the municipality of Stella, which hosted the special trials of the national e-Enduro circuit, dedicated to the world of electric mountain bikes.
- Project support
Bragno Museum
An open-air museum consisting of reproductions of the world’s most famous paintings, now located in the streets of Bragno under the supervision of Alessandro Carnevale.
- Project support
Cinghial Tracks
The project CINGHIALTRACKS was born from a group of friends from Valbormida, with a big passion for sport and the environment.
- Help with trail cleaning
Wind Parks
A guide to discover special territories which today represent one of the most interesting workshops for energy transition.
- Project support
Vada Sabatium Outside
An association which is committed to the enhancement of hiking, sports, recreational and leisure activities in the Vado Ligure area.
- Help keeping the trails in order
Walk with the Picca Kindergarten
An Artistic walk organised with the Picca Kindergarten, offering young participants the opportunity to admire works on display at the Bragno Museum.
- Project support
Casetta di Kamma & Niels
A holiday home surrounded by nature, just a few minutes from the Ligurian Sea and the Piedmont hills, in the silence of the Montenotte Superiore forest in Savona.
- Purchase of two e-bikes
Cengio in Lirica
Every year, the Cengio Lirica Association stages an open-air opera for everyone in Ferrania.
Enriched by films on big screens telling the backstage and historical references, ‘Madame Butterfly’ was staged with only oriental singers in the chorus and Japanese characters, as envisaged by Puccini.
- Project support
Creative walk with Alessandro Carnevale
- Project support
Archimede 2 at Bridgestone World Solar Challenge
From October 22 to 29, 2023, the “Bridgestone World Solar Challenge” took place: a two-year design competition to discover the world’s most efficient solar electric car. The team traveled 3,000 km across the Australian outback, sharing future perspectives on sustainable mobility.
- Project sponsorship
