Evaluation of the Social and Techno-Economic Impact of Rural Electrification in Isolated Locations with Photovoltaic Systems: Evidence Gulf of Guayaquil (ISOTEFOV)

The ISOTEFOV project aims to evaluate the social and techno-economic impact of rural electrification using photovoltaic systems in isolated areas of the Gulf of Guayaquil. The project seeks to improve the quality of life by assessing changes in daily habits, promoting efficient energy consumption, and developing new lighting and appliance usage strategies. The research involves surveys, community engagement, and technical-economic analysis, with expected outcomes including indexed scientific articles and community benefits.

Goals:
Evaluate the social and economic impact of rural electrification in isolated locations with photovoltaic systems to improve the quality of life of the residents.
Gather information through surveys to understand the changes in the daily habits of the residents.
Promote changes in the energy consumption habits of residents by leveraging electricity generation.
Understand the impact on quality of life through rural electrification by proposing new strategies in the management of lighting and the use of appliances.

Research lines:
Control engineering and automation technologies
Optimization and innovation of energy and renewable energies