IMPLEMENTATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS IN THE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TRIÂNGULO MINEIRO

A CASE STUDY

Abstract

The current energy scenario in Brazil is characterized by a high dependence on energy from hydroelectric sources. However, due to climate changes and public policies, this energy became insufficient to supply the domestic demand. Because of the water uncertainties, the creating of tariff flags and the decrease in the transfer of funds from the government to universities, this paper aims to determine the ability of the Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM) to generate its own electricity through solar panels, the viability of the project and the adjustments necessary for its implementation. For this, data about the energy consumption of the university and the possible areas to the installation of photovoltaic panels were gathered. Then, using a decision support software, scenario and economic analysis, the viability of the project and its payback time were tested. In addition, it econometric techniques were used to understand the current local scenario considering the relationship between tariff flags, the consumption in peak hours, the energy demand and energy costs. With the analysis of the results, the proposal was pondered feasible to implement considering a project payback time of five years and seven months.