Resumen en español

The objective of this project is to find an alternative to reduce costs in the consumption of electricity in the sandy rural area of the municipality of Ciénaga de Oro, located in the department of Córdoba. Through the implementation of a solar energy system since it is an infinite, clean and renewable energy source that also contributes to reducing environmental pollution. This project analyzes a solution, through the installation of energy supply equipment with photovoltaic panels, that will improve the quality of life of the inhabitants of this village and economic development because it is a smart financial investment since it reduces energy costs significantly, solar energy is more stable, safe and beneficial for consumers and the environment than other alternatives and fossil fuels. Photovoltaic solar energy is a perfect alternative to make the inhabitants of the village selfaware to start an energy independence, which the sun is the main source and is inexhaustible, considering the different socioeconomic and environmental factors. In order to define the project, the methodology based on secondary information sources and field work will be used, which will dimension the scope so that the objectives of this work are fully met.