The role of energy efficiency in the transition
The role of energy efficiency in the transition
June 1, 2023 “The energy transition involves a profound change not only in the way energy is produced but also in how it is transported and distributed.” On Energy Efficiency Day, it is important to highlight that the energy transition is not only about changing the way we generate energy but also about how it is transported, distributed, and consumed. By ensuring efficient energy consumption,…
Discussion: Geothermal energy in Chile: What are we up to?
April 26, 2023 The Faculty of Engineering and Sciences at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI), through its Energy Transition Center (CENTRA), in collaboration with the International Council on Large Electric Systems (CIGRE) of Chile and Mexico, organized a discussion on geothermal energy in Chile. The event focused on the current state of geothermal energy, covering recent advancements, challenges, and future opportunities. The discussion emphasized the potential…
ESCO model for distributed generation: increasing contribution to energy efficiency, but…
April 12, 2023 Although energy service companies have carried out a wide range of energy efficiency and renewable energy (ERNC) projects, more bank financing and other conditions are still needed for greater penetration of this business model. Their name consists of just four letters, but over the past decade, they have left a mark that could be even deeper. The reference is to the so-called…
The benefits of solar roofs
March 5, 2023 Solar rooftops can be installed on commercial premises, public buildings, and homes, among other options. The installation of these systems reduces electricity use as they can be designed for self-consumption or to inject surplus energy into the grid. Additionally, they displace the use of fossil fuels in energy generation. IMPRESSIVE ARE the aerial views of the solar parks built in the Atacama…
Carlos Silva, Centra UAI: «The energy transition must involve all sectors»
December 12, 2022 Energy transition is a key focus for CENTRA at Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, which is dedicated to interdisciplinary research and knowledge transfer to drive a profound transformation toward a low-carbon economy. To learn more, Club de Innovación interviewed Carlos Silva, Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and a researcher at CENTRA, who shared his insights on the topic. A Broader Scope for Energy Transition Silva…
Power quality analysis: Detecting phenomena that run through electrical networks
November 7, 2022 In electrical installations, various disturbances can affect the operation and lifespan of critical equipment. For this reason, an increasing number of companies are incorporating power quality studies into their electrical maintenance programs. In this article, academics and specialists share their perspectives on the matter. As industries adopt more digital technologies in their processes, their equipment becomes increasingly vulnerable to electrical network…
(Español) Sector logístico acelera hacia la movilidad eléctrica
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CENTRA UAI researchers develop techniques for the intelligent management of solar energy
July 5, 2022 The project is funded by the National Research and Development Agency (ANID) and also had the participation of the companies Metric Arts EY and MiroSolar. A study led by a research team from the UAI Center for Energy Transition, within the framework of the Fondef IDeA project “GEMA (Energy Management in Microgrids with Storage) managed to develop techniques to intelligently…