Suitability assessment for electricity generation through renewable sources: towards sustainable energy production

Power generation through renewable sources is an effective alternative to mitigate climate change as its environmental impact lower compared fossil fuels. However, socio-economic problems are constant in sites where power plants installed, especially developing countries. In this paper, innovative methodology was developed assess the suitability of electricity solar, wind, and biomass energy. Unlike most studies found scientific literature, work considers social, environmental, economic aspects key determine energy projects. First, we carried out a comprehensive analysis on social acceptance resilience towards conditions for communities benefit from these projects; then, analyzed availability capacity Mexico, case study. Next, set indicators related three pillars sustainability each place with best resources country. The life cycle factor technology were also considered. Lastly, mathematical model suitable locations technologies generation. results show trend states northern those bordering United States, viable appropriate wind Finally, Oaxaca, state current leader Mexico is, by contrast, least generation, has been later confirmed evidence, facilities associated severe socio-cultural damage host state.