VIABILIDADE ECONÔMICA DA IMPLANTAÇÃO DE SISTEMA DE ENERGIA SOLAR FOTOVOLTAICA NA UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DE MATO GROSSO DO SUL – CAMPUS CHAPADÃO DO SUL

Abstract

Environmental concerns related to the use of fossil fuels have driven the development and adoption of renewable energy sources. This study analyzed the economic feasibility of implementing a photovoltaic solar energy system at the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Chapadão do Sul campus. The research used electricity consumption data obtained from the utility company Energisa/MS bills, covering the period from March to September 2024. The identified average monthly consumption was 14,580 kWh, with an approximate cost of R$ 16,900.00, resulting in an annual expense exceeding R$ 200,000,00. Based on these data, an on -grid photovoltaic system with an estimated capacity of 90 kWp was designed, capable of supplying almost 100% of the campus’s energy demand. The results project an annual savings of approximately R$ 202,000,00, highlighting the positive financial return of the investment. Beyond economic benefits, the adoption of solar energy at UFMS contributes to environmental sustainability and strengthens the university’s institutional image. Therefore, it is concluded that solar energy is an economically viable and strategically relevant alternative for public higher education institutions.