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Multi-criteria evaluation and multi-method analysis for appropriately selecting renewable energy sources in Colombia
Christian M Moreno-Rocha1,2, José R Nuñez-Alvarez1, Juan Rivera-Alvarado3
1Energy Department, Engineering Faculty, Universidad de la Costa, (CUC), Calle 58 # 55-66, Barranquilla 080002, Colombia.
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Summary
This study used multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods to evaluate renewable energy options in Colombia. Results show that the best renewable energy choices vary by region and the decision-making method employed.
Area of Science:
- Energy Policy
- Environmental Science
- Operations Research
Background:
- Implementing renewable energy technologies is crucial for sustainable power generation.
- Selecting the optimal renewable energy sources requires robust evaluation frameworks.
- Geographic and methodological factors influence renewable energy technology selection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To apply multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods for selecting renewable energy technologies.
- To evaluate ten renewable energy alternatives across seven regions in Colombia.
- To analyze the impact of different MCDM methods on technology rankings.
Main Methods:
- Employed analytical hierarchy process (AHP), fuzzy AHP (FAHP), TOPSIS, and fuzzy TOPSIS (FUZZY-TOPSIS).
- Assessed ten distinct renewable energy alternatives.
- Conducted evaluations across seven diverse geographic regions within Colombia.
Main Results:
- Renewable energy technology preferences varied significantly based on the MCDM method used.
- Alternatives 6 and 4 were frequently ranked highest, but rankings shifted across methods and regions.
- Identified specific regional preferences for certain renewable energy technologies.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a rigorous framework for selecting renewable energy generation technologies.
- Results underscore the importance of considering both method and region in sustainable energy planning.
- This research offers a replicable model for global renewable energy strategy development.
Keywords:
Energy OptimizationEnvironmental and Energy SustainabilitHierarchical analytical process (HAP)Hierarchical analytical process with fuzzy logic (FAHP)Methods of DecisionRenewable energiesMore Related Videos
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