Prospective model of energy demand in households in Honduras through the LEAP platform

Abstract

This article focuses on the generation of models to assess residential energy demand in Honduras during the current period and the period 2022-2032, using the Low Emissions Platform (LEAP). LEAP is a technological system used to manage and optimize the generation of energy from renewable sources, such as solar and wind. The literature review indicates that several energy assessment models have been developed worldwide, including the Up-Down and Top-Down types, which evaluate energy systems at the micro and macro levels, respectively. In Honduras, the application of these models has been limited, generating the need to use a platform for the generation of prospective models that contribute to efficient energy planning. The research begins with a diagnosis of the current energy situation, specifically in the residential sector, then the LEAP platform process is applied to assess the energy demand in urban and rural households. In this way, models were built that represent the current energy system and future scenarios. The results indicate a high energy consumption in the biomass sector and an increase in energy demand in the period 2022 - 2032.