Diversification of Brazilian energy matrix by connecting distributed generation sources fuelled by biogas from swine manure

One way to minimize the problem of energy deficit is to diversify the Brazilian energy matrix, mainly through connecting distributed generation (DG) that uses renewable energy sources — such as biogas from swine manure. This paper aims to estimate the energy potential of power generation from biogas derived from swine manure for a particular study case, also analyzing the impact of DG connection in a distribution network.