Smoothening of Power Consumption in Academic Institutions: The Case Study of Faculty of Medicine, Sana’a University

Abstract

Energy Consumption Optimization in the Faculty of Medicine, Sana’a University. The interest of this study is to discover the pattern of energy consumption in the Faculty of Medicine at Sana’a University to reduce energy wastage and enhance efficiency. The study zeroes in on key areas that need optimization in terms of energy use: lighting systems, laboratory equipment, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. The strategy to be proposed now will minimize the consumption of energy without affecting the functionality of this faculty by closely analyzing the load profiles and energy audits. This will include upgrading to energy-efficient lighting, optimal equipment scheduling, and adopting energy management systems. This can help the Faculty of Medicine reduce costs related to energy use dramatically, making resource usage more effective and contributing to a better future. The results indicated that these measures can result in considerable cuts in power consumption with maximum estimated savings in electricity up to 59.43%, fuel-57.67, and overall cost-54.61%.