Estudo de viabilidade para implantação de sistema solar fotovoltáico em residência no estado do Acre

Abstract

This research permeates the questioning of the underutilization of solar energy as an energy source for the State of Acre, in view of the evident potential of the region with its privileged location in terms of solar irradiation. The work presents a contextualization of the history and panorama of the State’s energy sector. It is understood that the main obstacle to the intervention of alternative energy sources are the high costs of installation and transport, due to the physical and social distance of the region in relation to large centers. However, throughout this study, it is possible to notice a great evolution, within a short period of time, in relation to suppliers and costs. Photovoltaic systems appear as an excellent alternative to current energy supply and also as an option for isolated regions within the state. As a project product, a photovoltaic system sizing is presented for a residence of 2 residents and 90 m² located in the capital, Rio Branco. It uses a photovoltaic system design methodology and results in a panel of 8 modules of 335 W and a 3 kW inverter for the residence in question. Finally, a projection is made of systems that would serve 20% of the energy consuming units in Acre.