Evaluación de recursos y análisis para la descarbonización de procesos industriales mediante la integración de energías renovables

Abstract

The present study evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of integrating a photovoltaic solar energy system in industrial processes. Making use of the engineering laboratories of the Salesian Polytechnic University. Campus Girón. Using quantitative and descriptive correlational methodology, simulations were performed using the PVSYST software to determine the optimal energy potential of the system. The installation contained fifty mooncrystalline solar panels with a nominal power of 2.5 kWp, generating 2,434.49 kWh/year that covers 62.4% of the total energy demand of the laboratories. The analysis revealed a reduction of 998.14 kg CO2-eq per year, emphasizing the system's mitigation contribution to climate action (SDG 13). Also, several technical challenges emerged such as the saturation of the storage system, which resulted in the loss of 37.6% of the energy generated. This analysis allowed the proposal of optimization strategies such as the inclusion of high-capacity batteries and solar-wind hybrid systems. In conclusion, it was determined that the system is viable both technically and environmentally but requires some modifications to use it effectively. As a means of improvement, it was suggested to extend the model to other industrial sectors, increase storage capacity and complement the implementation with renewable energy policies. This research shows that moving towards sustainable industrial systems is possible while having a positive environmental impact and a low-carbon economy