ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND EFFICIENCY ANALYSIS OF SWISS GERMAN UNIVERSITY IN THE PROMINENCE TOWER

Abstract

Energy consumption in buildings will keep increasing due to more on-site activities. According to government regulations, it’s advised to implement energy-saving measures in buildings. The objective of this research is to analyze energy consumption and efficiency in SGU. The study focused on the influence of air conditioning, lighting, and electrical socket electricity consumption on all floors to the IKE values. The methodology includes primary data taking (energy consumption and environmental data) and statistical analysis using ANOVA and multiple linear regression in Python. Result shows, the monthly averaged IKE values (in kWh/m2) are 15 (GF), 9.5 (3rd Floor), and 12.3 (20th Floor). Air conditioning, lighting, electrical socket, and floor are statistically significant to the IKE values and have positive regression coefficient values. For environmental conditions, most rooms are in optimal comfort (temperature), outside of the recommended range (RH%), and below the minimum standard (lux level). A six-year BAU projection shows the financial loss if no action is taken. In conclusion, steps must be taken to improve energy efficiency and occupants’ comfort. Recommended actions include a no-cost (change in system), low-cost (monitoring), and medium-cost (upgraded components) solution.