Empowering Rural Communities through Microgrids: The CELRURAL Project Approach |
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L. Vargas(1), R.Vidal(1) and J.R.D. Frejo(2) 1. Instituto Nacional de Técnica Aeroespacial (National Institute of Aerospace Technology), (Huelva), Spain 2. Departament of Ingenier ía de Sistemas y Automática, Universidad de Sevilla, Spain
2026-02-15 |
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Abstract
The CEL RURAL project has been conceived with the objective of promoting the implementation of renewable energy solutions in rural areas, with a view to enhancing the development of sustainable energy systems. The project has three overarching aims: first, to create energy selfsufficient Local Energy Communities (LECs); secondly, to optimise energy efficiency; and thirdly, to monitor energy systems for improved operation. In addition, the project focuses on community engagement, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with local and international regulations. The project is currently testing microgrid solutions and energy storage technologies, including the use of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries in one of the pilot plants, specifically LiFePO4. This is being done through four pilot plants across Portugal and Spain.
Key words: Energy communities, local energy communities (LECs), energy storage, microgrids.
Published in: Renewable Energies, Environment
& Power Quality Journal (REE&PQJ) |
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| ISSUE: Vol. 25. No. 4 | Pages: 432-436 |
| E-ISSN: 3020-531 X | Date of Current Version: 2026-02-01 |
| REF: 575 | Issue Date: 2026-02-15 |
| DOI:10.24084/reepqj25-575 | Publisher: AEDERMACP/ EA4EPQ |
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