Energia eólica na região sudoeste do estado do Rio Grande do Sul

Abstract

This work aims to analyze the wind potential of the southwestern region of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, considering that wind energy is a renewable energy source and a developing country needs a diversified energy matrix. feasibility of its implementation in the region. Based on the fact that the main activity carried out in the region is the rhiziculture, a literature review was carried out to carry out an economic comparison between the chosen activities, to determine which one has a better profitability, after the research was realized that the energy Although it is an activity with a long financial return, it presents profits per hectare higher than rice cultivation. As a renewable source of energy, it has fiscal incentives, among which we can mention the support of the National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES), which provides up to 80% of the installation value. It has demonstrated that it has great economic potential and low environmental impacts, making it a promising idea for investment in the region.