Análise da Viabilidade Econômica de Painéis Solares para Geração de Energia Elétrica no Centro de Estudos Superiores de Tefé

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the economic viability of implementing solar panels to generate electricity for the Center for Higher Studies of Tefé-CEST. The detailed analysis included collecting data on energy consumption, electricity costs and available infrastructure for installing solar panels. Based on this information, calculations were carried out to estimate the annual energy adjustment, payback time, return on investment (ROI), internal rate of return (IRR) and the value per kWh of the photovoltaic system. The results indicated that the use of photovoltaic solar panels is economically viable. The annual energy adjustment was estimated taking into account the historical average growth in electricity tariffs. The payback demonstrated that the investment would be amortized in a reasonable period of time, and the ROI revealed the financial returns obtained in relation to the amount invested. Furthermore, the IRR indicated the project's profitability rate, and the kWh value of the photovoltaic system was calculated based on the savings generated over the useful life of the solar panels. Given the promising results, the implementation of solar panels is recommended for the common areas of the educational center, enabling a reduction in energy costs in the long term and reinforcing the commitment to environmental sustainability. The analysis of economic viability highlighted an attractive and inspiring option for the Tefé Higher Studies Center, representing an advance towards energy autonomy and the conscious use of renewable sources, serving as an example for other institutions interested in more sustainable practices.