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    Diversifying the Energy Matrix: Implementation of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines in Urban Areas in Argentina
    (2023-11-17) Acosta Darrichón, Enzo Juan Ángel; Usinger Kornschuh, Federico Agustín
    In the global shift towards renewable energy, efforts to expedite implementation are underway. Currently, renewable energy constitutes 13.47% of the world's total energy matrix. However, Argentina, despite embracing various renewable energy sources, lags behind in comparison to fossil fuels and nuclear energy. Faced with the overreliance on fossil fuels nationally, a global trend towards deploying low-power wind turbines, operable in winds as low as 2 [m/s], has emerged. This study aims to showcase the viability of integrating Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs) in Argentina's urban areas, aiming to diminish fossil fuel usage and enhance wind power generation. The paper begins by providing an overview of the country's energy landscape and its wind energy production capacities. Subsequently, it delves into VAWTs, exploring types and characteristics, followed by examples of commercial products. The advantages and disadvantages of the system are analyzed. The expected contribution is to investigate why VAWTs are a good solution in urban environments to address contemporary climate challenges, promoting a sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solution, applicable at national and international levels.