Summary
This article presents the results of implementing a circular economy model for managing reroutes in transmission lines, in response to increasing climate risks in Colombia. The strategy focuses on reusing existing steel towers, replacing the traditional approach of procuring new materials. Through technical evaluation, redesign, and structural integrity verification of dismantled towers, the model demonstrated benefits in real-world application cases. The quantified results show significant impacts: a 60% reduction in the acquisition of new towers, generating economic savings of 130,000 USD and avoiding the emission of 175 metric tons of
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Additional informations
| Publication type | Session Materials |
|---|---|
| Reference | B2_12186_2026 |
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| Publisher | CIGRE |
| Country | Colombia |
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| File size | 616 KB |
| Price for non member | 30 € |
| Price for member | 30 € |
Authors
BEDOYA Alexander - Intercolombia; RESTREPO Natalia - intercolombia
