Modelo de mercado eléctrico minorista aplicado al Ecuador considerando transacciones tipo “Block chain” en el marco de clientes cuya potencia instalada no supere los 10 kW

Abstract

The rapid advancement of technology allows electrical systems to evolve into an intelligent world where information increasingly acquires more value. In this sense, technology has enabled micro-generation or distributed generation to become economically viable and can be installed on a large scale. In Ecuador, distributed generation is currently a reality; however, the profitability of such systems is not the primary factor for their implementation. Instead, other reasons such as environmental, research, publicity, etc., stand out. To turn it into a business opportunity and generate greater interest from potential stakeholders and investors, it is necessary to consider a price for the electrical power that can be injected into the grid, which implies a shift in the paradigm of energy distribution and commercialization. With the inclusion of these distributed systems, it is possible to change the classic paradigm of energy distribution and commercialization carried out by a single supply company and thus create a new business structure regarding the sale of electric energy. In this sense, it could be thought that the distributor assumes a new role, which consists of being a network operator and/or energy transaction settler. This thesis project proposes to analyze the functioning of retail electricity markets in two countries. Following this analysis, a proposal for a retail electricity market for Ecuador is made, including transactions using the Platform designed based on Blockchain among the participants of this market.