Development of a Computational Tool for Techno-Economic and Social Impact Assess-ment in Local Energy Communities : Application to the Mediana de Voltoya Case

Abstract

This Master’s Thesis marks the end of an academic stage that has been both challenging and deeply rewarding. First, I would like to thank my parents. Without their unconditional support I would not be where I am today. Thank you for the trust you place in me every day, for encouraging me to pursue my dreams even when that has meant staying away from each other for years, and for helping me reach opportunities that were not so easily available to you. I am also grateful to Jon, my academic supervisor (SMACCs, University of the Basque Coun-try), who followed my work and progress week after week, always ready to guide me with val-uable insights, and helping me find the common thread of a thesis that kept growing in com-plexity. My thanks go as well to R2M Solution for opening its doors and making it possible for this project to be grounded in a real case study. To Daniel and Lucas, for their generous support and collaboration throughout my internship. Their practical expertise, access to real-world pro-ject data, and engagement with the Mediana de Voltoya case study were essential contribu-tions to this work, and to Irati and Endika for forming that close working core that made the most demanding weeks more bearable. Finally, to my friends from this Master's programme, thank you for being a constant source of support throughout this journey. I would also like to thank all my classmates and the people I met along the way. Through you, I learned that sustainability is ultimately about people: their communities, their well-being, and the relationships they build. You have shown me that the human connections formed along the way are perhaps the most valuable and lasting outcome of any learning experience.