Análisis de viabilidad para la importación y comercialización de sistemas fotovoltaicos procedentes de China hacia Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Abstract

This research studies the viability of importing and marketing photovoltaic systems, mainly solar panels, from China, for the Ecuadorian market. To carry out the research work, a mixed methodology was used, using both quantitative data, from official statistics, and qualitative data obtained through interviews with specialists in the sector. The results obtained show a constant growth in imports of this type of equipment, with China being its main country of origin. Despite the above, several challenges were found to be taken into account, such as the high initial costs due to the installation of this equipment. It is concluded that the import is viable, given the potential that renewable energies have in the world and the serious energy crisis that the country went through during 2024. It is worth noting that it is necessary for the national government to promote projects to encourage the use of photovoltaic energy, especially in rural communities far from the main urban centers.