Is solar photovoltaic the future of electricity generation in Argentina?

However, despite significant natural potential, solar photovoltaic still represents only a small share of Argentina's total electricity generation. Although this picture may look bleak, a wide range of market segments relating to decentralised photovoltaic generation in Argentina have developed.

Can PV energy be fed into the grid in Argentina?

In comparison to the global situation, the possibility to feed excess energy generated from PV systems into the grid in Argentina was only approved at national level relatively recently. Consequently, participants in this study rated interactions with distribution network operators as important.

How does a PV Tis work in Argentina?

In Argentina, pre-existing structures (chambers of commerce, energy cooperatives, state research and technological institutions (e.g., INTI)) act as a canvas on which the PV TIS can develop and expand. Energy cooperatives, for instance, have been key actors 33 in the energy system for almost a century.

Do decentralised photovoltaic systems contribute to the Argentinian electric mix?

By applying the TIS framework, this study found that although decentralised photovoltaic systems account for a minor share of the Argentinian electric mix, a span of market segments have emerged that are in different developmental stages due to distinct trajectories.

When did photovoltaics start in Argentinia?

In 1978, the “Programa Nacional de Investigaciones en Energía no Convencional” 14 was the starting point for Argentinian research projects in photovoltaics, which developed in 1980 into the now well-known research institute INENCO of the University of Salta .

Why do Argentinian people not know about PV systems?

Due to their low diffusion rate in Argentina, PV systems are not yet part of the population's everyday reality and, in this context, many of the interview participants remarked that there is generally a lack of knowledge regarding the application and potential of PV systems among the Argentinian population. 6. Discussion