Design and Implementation of Photovoltaic Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: A Case Study at Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira |
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Edgar Salazar and Oscar Gómez Facultad de Tecnología Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira, Colombia
2026-01-20
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Abstract
As the global transportation sector transitionstowards sustainability, the need for renewable energy-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure becomes increasingly evident. This paper presents a case study on the design and implementation of a photovoltaic electric vehicle charging stations at the Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira (Colombia). The study outlines the design process, technical specifications, and implementation strategies for a photovoltaic (PV) charging station, emphasizing key considerations such as location selection, solar panel configuration, and necessary equipment. Additionally, the paper evaluates the performance and effectiveness of the PV charging station in supplying the demand for EV charging services on campus. This case study provides valuable insights into the feasibility and scalability of PV EV charging infrastructure in educational institutions.
Key words: Photovoltaic, charging station, electric vehicle.
Published in: Renewable Energies, Environment
& Power Quality Journal (REE&PQJ) |
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| ISSUE: Vol. 24. No. 3 | Pages: 281-286 |
| E-ISSN: 3020-531 X | Date of Current Version: 2026-01-02 |
| REF: 147 | Issue Date: 2026-01-26 |
| DOI:10.24084/reepqj24-147 | Publisher: AEDERMACP/ EA4EPQ |
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