Profesional en Ingeniería eléctrica, Magister en Eficiencia energética y Energías Renovables egresado de la Universidad de la Costa y Físico Puro egresado de la Universidad del Atlántico. También cuento con titulación de técnico electromecánico egresado del Instituto Tecnológico de Soledad Atlántico (ITSA). Durante mi desarrollo profesional en las diferentes disciplinas me he desempeñado como docente en colegios de básica primaria, secundaria y coordinador académico además he tenido el gusto de ser docente de educación superior e investigador tanto en pregrado como en postgrado, al igual que he ocupado cargos en el sector empresarial como jefe de mantenimiento y técnico electromecánico. Me considero una persona organizada, proactiva, dinámica y líder, me gusta transmitir los conocimientos adquiridos a las personas y orientar hacia el objetivo y cumplimiento de metas. Dentro de mis cualidades destaco mi capacidad perseverante para alcanzar los objetivos propuestos. Phone: 3205730696
In this research, several crucial aspects have been explored in the evaluation and ranking of ene... more In this research, several crucial aspects have been explored in the evaluation and ranking of energy alternatives in Colombia using advanced decision methods such as TOPSIS and Diffuse TOPSIS. The study analyzed how these techniques allow to effectively compare different renewable energy sources in various regions of the country, highlighting the importance of considering multiple approaches due to the unique geographical and energy characteristics of each region. Specifically, five regions were evaluated: Caribbean 1 and 2, Pacific 1 and 2, Andean, Amazonian and Orinoquia, observing significant differences in the evaluation of technologies between the models. In the evaluation of energy sources for each region, the potential of photovoltaic solar energy in the Caribbean and Orinoquia regions was emphasized due to the high solar radiation, wind energy in the Caribbean and Pacific regions due to its strong winds, and biomass in the Amazon and Andean regions thanks to the abundance of organic resources. These technologies not only contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and the diversification of the energy matrix, but also promote a just energy transition by generating employment and improving the quality of life in local communities. The TOPSIS method and its diffuse variant make it possible to weigh criteria with different degrees of importance and manage uncertainty in decision-making, resulting in more precise evaluations adapted to specific contexts. This type of research is vital for decision-making in the Colombian electricity sector, as it provides a solid and replicable methodology for evaluating energy alternatives in an integral way. The results not only contribute to environmental sustainability, but also boost the socioeconomic development of the regions, fostering an equitable and fair energy transition.
This study performs a systematic review and analysis of research on the use of multicriteria deci... more This study performs a systematic review and analysis of research on the use of multicriteria decision analysis (MCDA) methods for more than 45 years. More than 34,468 documents related to MCDA were identified in more than 130 countries, with an annual increase of 14.15% in scientific production. India, China, and Iran lead in number of publications, covering about 35%. The universities with the most publications include Islamic Azad University and Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. The main journals in this field are Expert Systems With Applications, Sustainability, and Journal of Cleaner Production. The most prolific authors are Zavadskas, E.; Wang, J.; Tzeng, GH; Zavadskas, EK; and Kahraman, C. The most popular methods are TOPSIS, AHP (analytic hierarchy process), VIKOR, PROMETHEE (Preference Ranking Organization Method for Enrichment Evaluation), and ANP. LATAN, which includes countries such as Brazil, Chile, and Mexico, has increased the use of MCDA in recent years. Colombia has also shown a great interest in MCDA, especially in the selection of alternative energy sources and industrial suppliers. This method of literature review provides a comprehensive overview of research at MCDA and offers valuable information for future projects and studies.
The growing global demand for energy, combined with the prevailing need to address environmental ... more The growing global demand for energy, combined with the prevailing need to address environmental challenges, has driven the transition to more sustainable and renewable energy sources. Colombia, in its commitment to climate change mitigation, has
Impact of varying magnetite nanoparticle concentrations on the structural, electrical, and magnetic properties of polyaniline-based magnetic nanocomposites, 2024
We report the synthesis of polyaniline/magnetite nanocomposites (PMNCs) via in situ chemical oxid... more We report the synthesis of polyaniline/magnetite nanocomposites (PMNCs) via in situ chemical oxidation polymerization of aniline with magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs) at 5, 12, and 25 wt%. The objective was to evaluate how the MNPs’ proportion affects the electrical, magnetic, and structural properties, which were investigated using XRD, EDXRF, TEM, EIS, ESR spectroscopy, Mössbauer spectroscopy, and VSM. EDXRF confirmed the formation of MNPs, while XRD revealed the crystalline nature of MNPs and the semicrystalline structure of PANI, with a decrease crystallinity index as the MNPs percentage increased. TEM showed PANI encapsulating MNPs with average diameters of 9.7 ± 2, 9.9 ± 2, and 13.1 ± 3 nm for PMNC25, PMNC12, and PMNC5, respectively. Conductivity values of PANI, PMNC25, PMNC12 and PMNC5 were 7.96 ×10⁻⁴, 1.38 ×10⁻⁴, 2.19 ×10⁻⁴ and 2.31 ×10⁻⁴ S/cm, respectively. ESR indicated cationic radicals responsible for conductivity. Saturation magnetization (Ms) for MNPs, PMNC25, PMNC12 and PMNC5 were 93.4, 24.6, 11.8 and 5.6 emu/g, respectively, with superparamagnetic behavior observed. Our findings show that incorporating MNPs into the PANI matrix modulates electrical conductivity and magnetic properties while maintaining the nanocomposite’s structure, highlighting the multifunctional potential of these composites.
In contemporary times, regulations have been established to govern access and integration of elec... more In contemporary times, regulations have been established to govern access and integration of electric vehicles, which hold immense potential in mitigating the adverse impacts of transportation arising from escalating mobility demands and rapid urbanization. Nevertheless, their implementation poses intricate challenges due to the multifaceted nature of sustainability and other complexities, as they are considered a prospective solution to address the pressing issue of climate change and achieve holistic sustainability. Moreover, this study elucidates the methodological approach employed for selecting a comprehensive set of criteria to be considered in energy planning initiatives involving the incorporation of electric vehicles, encompassing both renewable and conventional energy sources. The selection process was informed through a thorough review of existing literature and the insightful input from experts, utilizing the Likert scale and arithmetic mean as reference benchmarks. The outcomes of this research have yielded the identification of 27 sub-criteria, categorized into five distinct groups: technical, economic, social, environmental, and risk-related factors, thereby enabling a comprehensive evaluation of energy planning projects associated with the adoption of electric vehicles. The findings derived from employing the hierarchical analytical process with fuzzy logic FAHP highlight the considerable potential of most criteria and sub-criteria in devising effective measures. Notably, criteria related to policy-governance and environmental aspects emerged as the most influential, according to the collective expertise of the consulted group. This study significantly contributes to enhancing sustainable mobility and advancing progress towards attaining sustainable development goals. By delineating pertinent criteria and sub-criteria for the planning process, this research augments the literature dedicated to supporting informed decision-making in sustainable transportation, particularly through the potential application of a Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) method.
Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units ... more Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units to improve the reliability of the designed systems and enhance the overall performance and output. In conditions of applying thermal energy technologies like solar thermal power plants and solar collectors, storage systems with ability of storing energy in thermal form are employed. In general, due to some advantages of latent heat thermal energy storage mainly known as Phase Change Material (PCM), like high heat capacity, these types of storage materials are widely used in thermal systems. In addition to energy storage, PCMs are utilizable for some other purposes namely device thermal management like solar PV/Thermal systems. In spite of benefits of PCMs in term of capacity of storage, low thermal conductivity is one the main disadvantages of them. Some techniques and approaches like utilization of nanomaterials, fins and foams are suggested to resolve this issue. The aim of current study is to review the research works on the simultaneous applications of fins and nanomaterials in PCMs. With respect to the findings of the research works it can be stated that there is significant potential in improvement of phase change rate by simultaneous usage of both fins and nanomaterials. The rate of phase change in these cases can be affected by the type of nanomaterials and the characteristics of the fins.
Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units ... more Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units to improve the reliability of the designed systems and enhance the overall performance and output. In conditions of applying thermal energy technologies like solar thermal power plants and solar collectors, storage systems with ability of storing energy in thermal form are employed. In general, due to some advantages of latent heat thermal energy storage mainly known as Phase Change Material (PCM), like high heat capacity, these types of storage materials are widely used in thermal systems. In addition to energy storage, PCMs are utilizable for some other purposes namely device thermal management like solar PV/Thermal systems. In spite of benefits of PCMs in term of capacity of storage, low thermal conductivity is one the main disadvantages of them. Some techniques and approaches like utilization of nanomaterials, fins and foams are suggested to resolve this issue. The aim of current study is to review the research works on the simultaneous applications of fins and nanomaterials in PCMs. With respect to the findings of the research works it can be stated that there is significant potential in improvement of phase change rate by simultaneous usage of both fins and nanomaterials. The rate of phase change in these cases can be affected by the type of nanomaterials and the characteristics of the fins.
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy
This research presents the process and the results to weigh and classify a set of criteria and su... more This research presents the process and the results to weigh and classify a set of criteria and subcriteria to be considered in Renewable Energy Planning projects for a particular area of Colombia. The implementation of electrification programs in the study area faces various obstacles, among them the inadequate selection of criteria and sub-criteria for assessing the relevance and credibility of the implemented projects, which is very important today, causing huge losses from many points of view. It is proposed to implement a multicriteria methodology (MMCM) that prioritizes criteria and subcriteria, the selected methodology is applied to the use of renewable and conventional energy sources in urban, rural,and isolated regions, one of the most used methods in the best selection process and also when making energy decisions. The Hierarchy Analysis Process (AHP) is used, the data is obtained from a survey to a group of experts with a collection and verification period of about 4 month...
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy
In this study, the methodology of the Analytical Hierarchy Process with fuzzy logic (FAHP) is imp... more In this study, the methodology of the Analytical Hierarchy Process with fuzzy logic (FAHP) is implemented to provide decision criteria in the selection, planning and development of electric power generation projects from renewable energy sources in the insular regions of Colombia. In this study, six renewable energy sources were considered, biomass combustion, anaerobic digestion of biomass, biogas landfills, waste incineration, photovoltaic energy and hydrogen-generated energy, due to their energy potential in insular areas and not interconnected with the national electricity system. To determine the order of priority in the development of energy conversion technologies, a questionnaire was drawn up and sent to a group of experts. Given the need to generate electricity in a sustainable way, the information was analyzed under four main criteria: technical, environmental, social and economic. Sixteen additional subcriteria were selected based on a literature review. In general, the e...
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 2022
In this study, the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology is implemented to provide decisio... more In this study, the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology is implemented to provide decision criteria in the selection, planning, and development of electric power generation projects from renewable energy sources in the Caribbean region of Colombia. Six sources of renewable energy; biomass combustion; anaerobic digestion of biomass; biogas landfills; waste incineration; Photovoltaic energy and solar thermal radiation were considered in this study due to their energy potential in rural areas and areas not interconnected to the national electricity system. To determine the order of priority in the development of energy conversion technologies, a questionnaire was developed and sent to a group of experts. Given the need to generate electricity sustainably, the information was analyzed under four main criteria: technical, environmental, social, and economic. Sixteen additional sub-criteria were selected based on a literature review. In general, the economic criterion is the most ...
International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE)
This article quantifies the development of photovoltaic solar energy in Colombia and its current ... more This article quantifies the development of photovoltaic solar energy in Colombia and its current development prospects. The high demand for electricity in Colombia is increasing since there is a large population, industrial, and business increase, which brings a higher energy consumption and consequently economic, social, and environmental problems. Faced with this situation, a possible solution is proposed, using solar energy, to supply the increase in demand and mitigate the problems caused by current electricity generation because Colombia has high levels of solar radiation in almost the entire territory. The objective of this research is based on the analysis of the behavior of the projects on photovoltaic solar systems presented to the mining-energy planning unit (UPME) in the last 14 years until September 30, 2020, as well such as the study of the areas with the most effective implementation of this technology and their respective radiation indices. In addition, a synthesis is...
Colombia is a country that is characterized by having potential in many renewable and sustainable... more Colombia is a country that is characterized by having potential in many renewable and sustainable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydroelectric,
biomass, etc., in this country the growth value of renewable energy (ER) has not yet reached a benchmark, this due to the existence of several
barriers or limitations that have hindered the path of research and implementation. It is difficult to identify and prioritize the impact of these
barriers that mostly hinder growth or improvement in the quality of life of a specific population. For this research, a systematic structure has been
developed to identify and prioritize the barriers and manage to find a solution path to the aforementioned. This study aims to recognize and classify
the barriers according to their impact on the development of renewable energy technologies, as well as demonstrate the non-relationship that may
exist between a territory rich in energy potential and the good quality of life of its inhabitants, the study consists of four phases; (1) A study area
was taken for its characterization in renewable energy potential and compared with the current quality of its inhabitants, (2) The barriers were
recognized from the available literature studies, project reports and interactions with 6 experts from academia and industries, (3) for the final
selection, the FAHP decision method was used, then, 24 were selected and classified into five groups: social and economic barriers, political and,
administrative and market barriers and geographical and environmental barriers and (4) the FAHP method was used to obtain the priority weight
and the hierarchy between these barriers. The results showed first that there is no relationship indicating that a potential area in renewable energy
source has a positive impact on people’s quality of life, also that politics and political barriers occupies the first place among the main barriers,
besides that corruption and nepotism is the most relevant sub-criterion according to the experts’ results. Sensitivity analysis is used to confirm the
stability of all prioritized barriers.
In this research, several crucial aspects have been explored in the evaluation and ranking of ene... more In this research, several crucial aspects have been explored in the evaluation and ranking of energy alternatives in Colombia using advanced decision methods such as TOPSIS and Diffuse TOPSIS. The study analyzed how these techniques allow to effectively compare different renewable energy sources in various regions of the country, highlighting the importance of considering multiple approaches due to the unique geographical and energy characteristics of each region. Specifically, five regions were evaluated: Caribbean 1 and 2, Pacific 1 and 2, Andean, Amazonian and Orinoquia, observing significant differences in the evaluation of technologies between the models. In the evaluation of energy sources for each region, the potential of photovoltaic solar energy in the Caribbean and Orinoquia regions was emphasized due to the high solar radiation, wind energy in the Caribbean and Pacific regions due to its strong winds, and biomass in the Amazon and Andean regions thanks to the abundance of organic resources. These technologies not only contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions and the diversification of the energy matrix, but also promote a just energy transition by generating employment and improving the quality of life in local communities. The TOPSIS method and its diffuse variant make it possible to weigh criteria with different degrees of importance and manage uncertainty in decision-making, resulting in more precise evaluations adapted to specific contexts. This type of research is vital for decision-making in the Colombian electricity sector, as it provides a solid and replicable methodology for evaluating energy alternatives in an integral way. The results not only contribute to environmental sustainability, but also boost the socioeconomic development of the regions, fostering an equitable and fair energy transition.
This study performs a systematic review and analysis of research on the use of multicriteria deci... more This study performs a systematic review and analysis of research on the use of multicriteria decision analysis (MCDA) methods for more than 45 years. More than 34,468 documents related to MCDA were identified in more than 130 countries, with an annual increase of 14.15% in scientific production. India, China, and Iran lead in number of publications, covering about 35%. The universities with the most publications include Islamic Azad University and Vilnius Gediminas Technical University. The main journals in this field are Expert Systems With Applications, Sustainability, and Journal of Cleaner Production. The most prolific authors are Zavadskas, E.; Wang, J.; Tzeng, GH; Zavadskas, EK; and Kahraman, C. The most popular methods are TOPSIS, AHP (analytic hierarchy process), VIKOR, PROMETHEE (Preference Ranking Organization Method for Enrichment Evaluation), and ANP. LATAN, which includes countries such as Brazil, Chile, and Mexico, has increased the use of MCDA in recent years. Colombia has also shown a great interest in MCDA, especially in the selection of alternative energy sources and industrial suppliers. This method of literature review provides a comprehensive overview of research at MCDA and offers valuable information for future projects and studies.
The growing global demand for energy, combined with the prevailing need to address environmental ... more The growing global demand for energy, combined with the prevailing need to address environmental challenges, has driven the transition to more sustainable and renewable energy sources. Colombia, in its commitment to climate change mitigation, has
Impact of varying magnetite nanoparticle concentrations on the structural, electrical, and magnetic properties of polyaniline-based magnetic nanocomposites, 2024
We report the synthesis of polyaniline/magnetite nanocomposites (PMNCs) via in situ chemical oxid... more We report the synthesis of polyaniline/magnetite nanocomposites (PMNCs) via in situ chemical oxidation polymerization of aniline with magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs) at 5, 12, and 25 wt%. The objective was to evaluate how the MNPs’ proportion affects the electrical, magnetic, and structural properties, which were investigated using XRD, EDXRF, TEM, EIS, ESR spectroscopy, Mössbauer spectroscopy, and VSM. EDXRF confirmed the formation of MNPs, while XRD revealed the crystalline nature of MNPs and the semicrystalline structure of PANI, with a decrease crystallinity index as the MNPs percentage increased. TEM showed PANI encapsulating MNPs with average diameters of 9.7 ± 2, 9.9 ± 2, and 13.1 ± 3 nm for PMNC25, PMNC12, and PMNC5, respectively. Conductivity values of PANI, PMNC25, PMNC12 and PMNC5 were 7.96 ×10⁻⁴, 1.38 ×10⁻⁴, 2.19 ×10⁻⁴ and 2.31 ×10⁻⁴ S/cm, respectively. ESR indicated cationic radicals responsible for conductivity. Saturation magnetization (Ms) for MNPs, PMNC25, PMNC12 and PMNC5 were 93.4, 24.6, 11.8 and 5.6 emu/g, respectively, with superparamagnetic behavior observed. Our findings show that incorporating MNPs into the PANI matrix modulates electrical conductivity and magnetic properties while maintaining the nanocomposite’s structure, highlighting the multifunctional potential of these composites.
In contemporary times, regulations have been established to govern access and integration of elec... more In contemporary times, regulations have been established to govern access and integration of electric vehicles, which hold immense potential in mitigating the adverse impacts of transportation arising from escalating mobility demands and rapid urbanization. Nevertheless, their implementation poses intricate challenges due to the multifaceted nature of sustainability and other complexities, as they are considered a prospective solution to address the pressing issue of climate change and achieve holistic sustainability. Moreover, this study elucidates the methodological approach employed for selecting a comprehensive set of criteria to be considered in energy planning initiatives involving the incorporation of electric vehicles, encompassing both renewable and conventional energy sources. The selection process was informed through a thorough review of existing literature and the insightful input from experts, utilizing the Likert scale and arithmetic mean as reference benchmarks. The outcomes of this research have yielded the identification of 27 sub-criteria, categorized into five distinct groups: technical, economic, social, environmental, and risk-related factors, thereby enabling a comprehensive evaluation of energy planning projects associated with the adoption of electric vehicles. The findings derived from employing the hierarchical analytical process with fuzzy logic FAHP highlight the considerable potential of most criteria and sub-criteria in devising effective measures. Notably, criteria related to policy-governance and environmental aspects emerged as the most influential, according to the collective expertise of the consulted group. This study significantly contributes to enhancing sustainable mobility and advancing progress towards attaining sustainable development goals. By delineating pertinent criteria and sub-criteria for the planning process, this research augments the literature dedicated to supporting informed decision-making in sustainable transportation, particularly through the potential application of a Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) method.
Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units ... more Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units to improve the reliability of the designed systems and enhance the overall performance and output. In conditions of applying thermal energy technologies like solar thermal power plants and solar collectors, storage systems with ability of storing energy in thermal form are employed. In general, due to some advantages of latent heat thermal energy storage mainly known as Phase Change Material (PCM), like high heat capacity, these types of storage materials are widely used in thermal systems. In addition to energy storage, PCMs are utilizable for some other purposes namely device thermal management like solar PV/Thermal systems. In spite of benefits of PCMs in term of capacity of storage, low thermal conductivity is one the main disadvantages of them. Some techniques and approaches like utilization of nanomaterials, fins and foams are suggested to resolve this issue. The aim of current study is to review the research works on the simultaneous applications of fins and nanomaterials in PCMs. With respect to the findings of the research works it can be stated that there is significant potential in improvement of phase change rate by simultaneous usage of both fins and nanomaterials. The rate of phase change in these cases can be affected by the type of nanomaterials and the characteristics of the fins.
Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units ... more Irregular nature of renewable energies namely solar and wind entails making use of storage units to improve the reliability of the designed systems and enhance the overall performance and output. In conditions of applying thermal energy technologies like solar thermal power plants and solar collectors, storage systems with ability of storing energy in thermal form are employed. In general, due to some advantages of latent heat thermal energy storage mainly known as Phase Change Material (PCM), like high heat capacity, these types of storage materials are widely used in thermal systems. In addition to energy storage, PCMs are utilizable for some other purposes namely device thermal management like solar PV/Thermal systems. In spite of benefits of PCMs in term of capacity of storage, low thermal conductivity is one the main disadvantages of them. Some techniques and approaches like utilization of nanomaterials, fins and foams are suggested to resolve this issue. The aim of current study is to review the research works on the simultaneous applications of fins and nanomaterials in PCMs. With respect to the findings of the research works it can be stated that there is significant potential in improvement of phase change rate by simultaneous usage of both fins and nanomaterials. The rate of phase change in these cases can be affected by the type of nanomaterials and the characteristics of the fins.
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy
This research presents the process and the results to weigh and classify a set of criteria and su... more This research presents the process and the results to weigh and classify a set of criteria and subcriteria to be considered in Renewable Energy Planning projects for a particular area of Colombia. The implementation of electrification programs in the study area faces various obstacles, among them the inadequate selection of criteria and sub-criteria for assessing the relevance and credibility of the implemented projects, which is very important today, causing huge losses from many points of view. It is proposed to implement a multicriteria methodology (MMCM) that prioritizes criteria and subcriteria, the selected methodology is applied to the use of renewable and conventional energy sources in urban, rural,and isolated regions, one of the most used methods in the best selection process and also when making energy decisions. The Hierarchy Analysis Process (AHP) is used, the data is obtained from a survey to a group of experts with a collection and verification period of about 4 month...
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy
In this study, the methodology of the Analytical Hierarchy Process with fuzzy logic (FAHP) is imp... more In this study, the methodology of the Analytical Hierarchy Process with fuzzy logic (FAHP) is implemented to provide decision criteria in the selection, planning and development of electric power generation projects from renewable energy sources in the insular regions of Colombia. In this study, six renewable energy sources were considered, biomass combustion, anaerobic digestion of biomass, biogas landfills, waste incineration, photovoltaic energy and hydrogen-generated energy, due to their energy potential in insular areas and not interconnected with the national electricity system. To determine the order of priority in the development of energy conversion technologies, a questionnaire was drawn up and sent to a group of experts. Given the need to generate electricity in a sustainable way, the information was analyzed under four main criteria: technical, environmental, social and economic. Sixteen additional subcriteria were selected based on a literature review. In general, the e...
International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 2022
In this study, the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology is implemented to provide decisio... more In this study, the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) methodology is implemented to provide decision criteria in the selection, planning, and development of electric power generation projects from renewable energy sources in the Caribbean region of Colombia. Six sources of renewable energy; biomass combustion; anaerobic digestion of biomass; biogas landfills; waste incineration; Photovoltaic energy and solar thermal radiation were considered in this study due to their energy potential in rural areas and areas not interconnected to the national electricity system. To determine the order of priority in the development of energy conversion technologies, a questionnaire was developed and sent to a group of experts. Given the need to generate electricity sustainably, the information was analyzed under four main criteria: technical, environmental, social, and economic. Sixteen additional sub-criteria were selected based on a literature review. In general, the economic criterion is the most ...
International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE)
This article quantifies the development of photovoltaic solar energy in Colombia and its current ... more This article quantifies the development of photovoltaic solar energy in Colombia and its current development prospects. The high demand for electricity in Colombia is increasing since there is a large population, industrial, and business increase, which brings a higher energy consumption and consequently economic, social, and environmental problems. Faced with this situation, a possible solution is proposed, using solar energy, to supply the increase in demand and mitigate the problems caused by current electricity generation because Colombia has high levels of solar radiation in almost the entire territory. The objective of this research is based on the analysis of the behavior of the projects on photovoltaic solar systems presented to the mining-energy planning unit (UPME) in the last 14 years until September 30, 2020, as well such as the study of the areas with the most effective implementation of this technology and their respective radiation indices. In addition, a synthesis is...
Colombia is a country that is characterized by having potential in many renewable and sustainable... more Colombia is a country that is characterized by having potential in many renewable and sustainable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydroelectric,
biomass, etc., in this country the growth value of renewable energy (ER) has not yet reached a benchmark, this due to the existence of several
barriers or limitations that have hindered the path of research and implementation. It is difficult to identify and prioritize the impact of these
barriers that mostly hinder growth or improvement in the quality of life of a specific population. For this research, a systematic structure has been
developed to identify and prioritize the barriers and manage to find a solution path to the aforementioned. This study aims to recognize and classify
the barriers according to their impact on the development of renewable energy technologies, as well as demonstrate the non-relationship that may
exist between a territory rich in energy potential and the good quality of life of its inhabitants, the study consists of four phases; (1) A study area
was taken for its characterization in renewable energy potential and compared with the current quality of its inhabitants, (2) The barriers were
recognized from the available literature studies, project reports and interactions with 6 experts from academia and industries, (3) for the final
selection, the FAHP decision method was used, then, 24 were selected and classified into five groups: social and economic barriers, political and,
administrative and market barriers and geographical and environmental barriers and (4) the FAHP method was used to obtain the priority weight
and the hierarchy between these barriers. The results showed first that there is no relationship indicating that a potential area in renewable energy
source has a positive impact on people’s quality of life, also that politics and political barriers occupies the first place among the main barriers,
besides that corruption and nepotism is the most relevant sub-criterion according to the experts’ results. Sensitivity analysis is used to confirm the
stability of all prioritized barriers.
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biomass, etc., in this country the growth value of renewable energy (ER) has not yet reached a benchmark, this due to the existence of several
barriers or limitations that have hindered the path of research and implementation. It is difficult to identify and prioritize the impact of these
barriers that mostly hinder growth or improvement in the quality of life of a specific population. For this research, a systematic structure has been
developed to identify and prioritize the barriers and manage to find a solution path to the aforementioned. This study aims to recognize and classify
the barriers according to their impact on the development of renewable energy technologies, as well as demonstrate the non-relationship that may
exist between a territory rich in energy potential and the good quality of life of its inhabitants, the study consists of four phases; (1) A study area
was taken for its characterization in renewable energy potential and compared with the current quality of its inhabitants, (2) The barriers were
recognized from the available literature studies, project reports and interactions with 6 experts from academia and industries, (3) for the final
selection, the FAHP decision method was used, then, 24 were selected and classified into five groups: social and economic barriers, political and,
administrative and market barriers and geographical and environmental barriers and (4) the FAHP method was used to obtain the priority weight
and the hierarchy between these barriers. The results showed first that there is no relationship indicating that a potential area in renewable energy
source has a positive impact on people’s quality of life, also that politics and political barriers occupies the first place among the main barriers,
besides that corruption and nepotism is the most relevant sub-criterion according to the experts’ results. Sensitivity analysis is used to confirm the
stability of all prioritized barriers.
biomass, etc., in this country the growth value of renewable energy (ER) has not yet reached a benchmark, this due to the existence of several
barriers or limitations that have hindered the path of research and implementation. It is difficult to identify and prioritize the impact of these
barriers that mostly hinder growth or improvement in the quality of life of a specific population. For this research, a systematic structure has been
developed to identify and prioritize the barriers and manage to find a solution path to the aforementioned. This study aims to recognize and classify
the barriers according to their impact on the development of renewable energy technologies, as well as demonstrate the non-relationship that may
exist between a territory rich in energy potential and the good quality of life of its inhabitants, the study consists of four phases; (1) A study area
was taken for its characterization in renewable energy potential and compared with the current quality of its inhabitants, (2) The barriers were
recognized from the available literature studies, project reports and interactions with 6 experts from academia and industries, (3) for the final
selection, the FAHP decision method was used, then, 24 were selected and classified into five groups: social and economic barriers, political and,
administrative and market barriers and geographical and environmental barriers and (4) the FAHP method was used to obtain the priority weight
and the hierarchy between these barriers. The results showed first that there is no relationship indicating that a potential area in renewable energy
source has a positive impact on people’s quality of life, also that politics and political barriers occupies the first place among the main barriers,
besides that corruption and nepotism is the most relevant sub-criterion according to the experts’ results. Sensitivity analysis is used to confirm the
stability of all prioritized barriers.