Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina

Autores
Cecchini, Juan Pablo; Silva, Luis Ignacio; Venghi, Luis Esteban; Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro; Coutsiers, Ernesto
Año de publicación
2025
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This study models and evaluates a hybrid energy system for the Pujato Norte community, integrating photovoltaic solar, a biogas generator, and grid connection. Using HOMER Pro software, the project assessed economic feasibility, operational aspects, and maintenance costs over a 25-year projection, targeting a minimum 50% renewable energy contribution. Results indicate an optimal configuration comprising a 501 kW photovoltaic plant and a 50 kW biomass generator, capable of meeting the average daily load of 4,109 kWh. While the estimated initial investment is USD 997,029 and the resulting energy cost of USD 0.1738/kWh exceeds current grid rates, the system delivers a significant environmental benefit: a 41% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, equivalent to 297,554.86 kg CO₂ annually. This substantial decrease underscores the hybrid system´s potential to provide a more sustainable, long-term energy alternative by mitigating the environmental impact of local power generation.
Fil: Cecchini, Juan Pablo. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cientificas y Tecnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela. - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela.; Argentina
Fil: Silva, Luis Ignacio. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cientificas y Tecnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela. - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela.; Argentina
Fil: Venghi, Luis Esteban. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cientificas y Tecnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela. - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela.; Argentina
Fil: Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro. Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Físicas y Naturales; Argentina. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro Científico Tecnológico Conicet - Córdoba; Argentina
Fil: Coutsiers, Ernesto. Universidad Nacional de Salta; Argentina
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BIOGENERATOR
CONNECTED HYBRID SYSTEM SOLAR ENERGY
HOMER PRO
LIVESTOCK WASTE
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dc.title.none.fl_str_mv Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
title Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
spellingShingle Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
Cecchini, Juan Pablo
BIOGENERATOR
CONNECTED HYBRID SYSTEM SOLAR ENERGY
HOMER PRO
LIVESTOCK WASTE
title_short Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
title_full Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
title_fullStr Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
title_full_unstemmed Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
title_sort Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina
dc.creator.none.fl_str_mv Cecchini, Juan Pablo
Silva, Luis Ignacio
Venghi, Luis Esteban
Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro
Coutsiers, Ernesto
author Cecchini, Juan Pablo
author_facet Cecchini, Juan Pablo
Silva, Luis Ignacio
Venghi, Luis Esteban
Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro
Coutsiers, Ernesto
author_role author
author2 Silva, Luis Ignacio
Venghi, Luis Esteban
Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro
Coutsiers, Ernesto
author2_role author
author
author
author
dc.subject.none.fl_str_mv BIOGENERATOR
CONNECTED HYBRID SYSTEM SOLAR ENERGY
HOMER PRO
LIVESTOCK WASTE
topic BIOGENERATOR
CONNECTED HYBRID SYSTEM SOLAR ENERGY
HOMER PRO
LIVESTOCK WASTE
purl_subject.fl_str_mv https://purl.org/becyt/ford/2.7
https://purl.org/becyt/ford/2
dc.description.none.fl_txt_mv This study models and evaluates a hybrid energy system for the Pujato Norte community, integrating photovoltaic solar, a biogas generator, and grid connection. Using HOMER Pro software, the project assessed economic feasibility, operational aspects, and maintenance costs over a 25-year projection, targeting a minimum 50% renewable energy contribution. Results indicate an optimal configuration comprising a 501 kW photovoltaic plant and a 50 kW biomass generator, capable of meeting the average daily load of 4,109 kWh. While the estimated initial investment is USD 997,029 and the resulting energy cost of USD 0.1738/kWh exceeds current grid rates, the system delivers a significant environmental benefit: a 41% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, equivalent to 297,554.86 kg CO₂ annually. This substantial decrease underscores the hybrid system´s potential to provide a more sustainable, long-term energy alternative by mitigating the environmental impact of local power generation.
Fil: Cecchini, Juan Pablo. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cientificas y Tecnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela. - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela.; Argentina
Fil: Silva, Luis Ignacio. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cientificas y Tecnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela. - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela.; Argentina
Fil: Venghi, Luis Esteban. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cientificas y Tecnicas. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela. - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela. Centro de Investigaciones y Transferencia Rafaela.; Argentina
Fil: Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro. Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Físicas y Naturales; Argentina. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro Científico Tecnológico Conicet - Córdoba; Argentina
Fil: Coutsiers, Ernesto. Universidad Nacional de Salta; Argentina
description This study models and evaluates a hybrid energy system for the Pujato Norte community, integrating photovoltaic solar, a biogas generator, and grid connection. Using HOMER Pro software, the project assessed economic feasibility, operational aspects, and maintenance costs over a 25-year projection, targeting a minimum 50% renewable energy contribution. Results indicate an optimal configuration comprising a 501 kW photovoltaic plant and a 50 kW biomass generator, capable of meeting the average daily load of 4,109 kWh. While the estimated initial investment is USD 997,029 and the resulting energy cost of USD 0.1738/kWh exceeds current grid rates, the system delivers a significant environmental benefit: a 41% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, equivalent to 297,554.86 kg CO₂ annually. This substantial decrease underscores the hybrid system´s potential to provide a more sustainable, long-term energy alternative by mitigating the environmental impact of local power generation.
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Cecchini, Juan Pablo; Silva, Luis Ignacio; Venghi, Luis Esteban; Rodríguez, Carlos Ramiro; Coutsiers, Ernesto; Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic/Biogas Systems Connected to the Grid: Case Study of a Rural Community in Argentina; Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; IEEE Latin America Transactions; 10-2025; 1-11
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