SILVA, H. M.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/9742328548133526; SILVA, Hugo Monteiro.
Abstract:
Every year, the investments in alternative sources of energy that aim to reduce the
global dependence on fossil fuels increase significantly. In this context, solar energy
appears as a strong competitor when it comes to clean energy. Brazil is located in a
favorable region for developing this kind of project due to the elevated intensity of solar
radiation on its territory. However, the costs of photovoltaic systems are still high in
comparison to the main form for generating electricity in Brazil: hydroelectric. In the
last few years, the incentives have increased so that in April 17, 2012, the Brazilian
Electricity Regulatory Agency published the Resolution 482, which gives any Brazilian
citizen the right to generate his own energy and to send the excess back to the
distribution network, gaining energy credits by doing so. As consequence, there is a lot
of discussion about the On-Grid Photovoltaics Systems and the economic viability of its
implementation. By using simulators and financial analysis methods, some answers can
be obtained to reinforce the discussions on the issue.
