Development of Photovoltaic Systems for Indigenous Communities in Amazonia

Oscar Vinicio Quinche Bravo; Elvis Michael Salinas Guaman; Freddy Campoverde Armijos; Fausto García Marquez; Monica Karel Huerta

doi:10.1109/CONCAPAN63470.2024.10933905

Development of Photovoltaic Systems for Indigenous Communities in Amazonia

Oscar Vinicio Quinche Bravo
, Elvis Michael Salinas Guaman
, Freddy Campoverde Armijos
, Fausto García Marquez
, Monica Karel Huerta

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

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Abstract

This study presents the development of a standalone photovoltaic system and maintenance plan to support the health center, school, high school, and telecommunications systems in the Amazonian community of Wasakentsa, Morona Santiago, Ecuador. This initiative addresses the lack of a reliable power source in this remote, isolated area. After a comprehensive analysis of energy needs, a photovoltaic system with solar panels, inverters, and batteries was implemented to provide a steady supply of renewable energy. A systematic maintenance plan was also developed, including preventive and corrective guidelines, along with a training program for community members. As a result, the health center now operates more efficiently, telecommunications have improved connectivity, and the educational system has enhanced access to essential resources.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	2024 IEEE 42nd Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Edition	2024
ISBN (Electronic)	9798350366723
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/CONCAPAN63470.2024.10933905
State	Published - 2024
Event	42nd IEEE Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024 - San Jose, Costa Rica Duration: 27 Nov 2024 → 29 Nov 2024

Conference

Conference	42nd IEEE Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024
Country/Territory	Costa Rica
City	San Jose
Period	27/11/24 → 29/11/24

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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

Keywords

HSP
Insolated communities
Life Cycle Cost
Photovoltaic System
Renewable Energy

CACES Knowledge Areas

8417A Telecommunications

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Quinche Bravo, O. V., Salinas Guaman, E. M., Armijos, F. C., García Marquez, F., & Huerta, M. K. (2024). Development of Photovoltaic Systems for Indigenous Communities in Amazonia. In 2024 IEEE 42nd Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024 (2024 ed.). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.. https://doi.org/10.1109/CONCAPAN63470.2024.10933905

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Quinche Bravo, OV, Salinas Guaman, EM, Armijos, FC, García Marquez, F & Huerta, MK 2024, Development of Photovoltaic Systems for Indigenous Communities in Amazonia. in 2024 IEEE 42nd Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024. 2024 edn, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 42nd IEEE Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024, San Jose, Costa Rica, 27/11/24. https://doi.org/10.1109/CONCAPAN63470.2024.10933905

Development of Photovoltaic Systems for Indigenous Communities in Amazonia. / Quinche Bravo, Oscar Vinicio; Salinas Guaman, Elvis Michael; Armijos, Freddy Campoverde et al.
2024 IEEE 42nd Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2024. 2024. ed. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2024.

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