Revista Científica de Ingeniería Energética (May 2023)
Possibilities and challenges of developing a 100% renewable electricity system in Cuba
Abstract
The use of renewable energy sources (RES) has increased exponentially worldwide as an alternative to the indiscriminate use of fossil fuels and to mitigate their effect on the environment. Unfortunately, around 95% of electricity production in Cuba is based on fossil fuels. However, the Cuban government has planned a change in the energy matrix and made the most of the renewable resources available at the national level. Recently, the Cuban authorities have discussed different possibilities and ways to develop a 100% renewable electricity system. This article analyzes possible scenarios in Cuba to achieve a 100% renewable electricity system by 2050. The fundamental emphasis is on building electricity consumption scenarios for different sectors of the national economy and creating retrospective electricity supply scenarios, complying with the objectives of increasing the participation of renewable energies in the electricity production mix. The results were obtained using the CubaLinda model.
