Empowering Rural Communities through Microgrids: The CEL RURAL Project Approach

Authors

  • L. Vargas Instituto Nacional de Técnica Aeroespacial (National Institute of Aerospace Technology) Ctra. San Juan del Puerto – Matalascañas km.34, 21130 Mazagón (Huelva), Spain Author
  • R.Vidal Instituto Nacional de Técnica Aeroespacial (National Institute of Aerospace Technology) Ctra. San Juan del Puerto – Matalascañas km.34, 21130 Mazagón (Huelva), Spain Author
  • J.R.D. Frejo Departament of Ingeniería de Sistemas y Automática, Universidad de Sevilla. C/ Camino de los Descubrimientos s/n., Sevilla 41092, Spain) Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52152/4577

Keywords:

Energy communities, local energy communities (LECs), energy storage, microgrids.

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.

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Published

2025-07-25

Issue

Vol. 23 No. 6 (2025)

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Copyright (c) 2025 L. Vargas, R.Vidal, J.R.D. Frejo (Author)

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