Combining Value-Focused Thinking and PROMETHEE Techniques for Selecting a Portfolio of Distributed Energy Generation Projects in the Brazilian Electricity Sector

This article aims to propose a multi-criteria model support decision-making from portfolio in selecting technologies for Distributed Generation of Energy (DGE) projects based on the characteristics geographic space Brazil. The decision involves using evaluation, prioritization, and selection under multistage process that fits into strategic management cycle within energy sector Mato Grosso do Sul (Brazil). over-classification techniques Preference Ranking Organization Technique Enrichment Evaluations (PROMETHEE) II V were applied Value-Focused Thinking (VFT) approach, reflecting decision-maker or manager preferences among several conflicting criteria investment context sustainable distributed generation projects. Based real data, numerical application is employed view steps this illustrate adequacy effectiveness practical issues management.