scholarly journals Artificial Intelligence-Driven Circular Economy as a Key Enabler for Sustainable Energy Management

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajan Jose ◽  
Shrikant Krupasindhu Panigrahi ◽  
Rashmi Anoop Patil ◽  
Yudi Fernando ◽  
Seeram Ramakrishna
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Sustainable Energy

scholarly journals The Role of Simulation and Serious Games in Teaching Concepts on Circular Economy and Sustainable Energy

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 1138
Author(s):  
Rocio de la Torre ◽  
Bhakti S. Onggo ◽  
Canan G. Corlu ◽  
Maria Nogal ◽  
Angel A. Juan
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Serious Games ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
University Management ◽  
Teaching Methodologies ◽  
The Will

The prevailing need for a more sustainable management of natural resources depends not only on the decisions made by governments and the will of the population, but also on the knowledge of the role of energy in our society and the relevance of preserving natural resources. In this sense, critical work is being done to instill key concepts—such as the circular economy and sustainable energy—in higher education institutions. In this way, it is expected that future professionals and managers will be aware of the importance of energy optimization, and will learn a series of computational methods that can support the decision-making process. In the context of higher education, this paper reviews the main trends and challenges related to the concepts of circular economy and sustainable energy. Besides, we analyze the role of simulation and serious games as a learning tool for the aforementioned concepts. Finally, the paper provides insights and discusses open research opportunities regarding the use of these computational tools to incorporate circular economy concepts in higher education degrees. Our findings show that, while efforts are being made to include these concepts in current programs, there is still much work to be done, especially from the point of view of university management. In addition, the analysis of the teaching methodologies analyzed shows that, although their implementation has been successful in favoring the active learning of students, their use (especially that of serious games) is not yet widespread.

scholarly journals Cyber-Physical Systems Improving Building Energy Management: Digital Twin and Artificial Intelligence

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (8) ◽  
pp. 2338
Author(s):  
Sofia Agostinelli ◽  
Fabrizio Cumo ◽  
Giambattista Guidi ◽  
Claudio Tomazzoli
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Automation System ◽  
Climate Conditions ◽  
Digital Twin ◽  
Building Energy Management ◽  
Computing Paradigm

The research explores the potential of digital-twin-based methods and approaches aimed at achieving an intelligent optimization and automation system for energy management of a residential district through the use of three-dimensional data model integrated with Internet of Things, artificial intelligence and machine learning. The case study is focused on Rinascimento III in Rome, an area consisting of 16 eight-floor buildings with 216 apartment units powered by 70% of self-renewable energy. The combined use of integrated dynamic analysis algorithms has allowed the evaluation of different scenarios of energy efficiency intervention aimed at achieving a virtuous energy management of the complex, keeping the actual internal comfort and climate conditions. Meanwhile, the objective is also to plan and deploy a cost-effective IT (information technology) infrastructure able to provide reliable data using edge-computing paradigm. Therefore, the developed methodology led to the evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of integrative systems for renewable energy production from solar energy necessary to raise the threshold of self-produced energy, meeting the nZEB (near zero energy buildings) requirements.

Guidelines for efficient and sustainable energy management in hospital buildings

2021 ◽  
pp. 129644
Author(s):  
Karine Borges de Oliveira ◽  
Eduardo Ferro dos Santos ◽  
Antonio Faria Neto ◽  
Vitor Homem de Mello Santos ◽  
Otávio José de Oliveira
Keyword(s):  
Energy Management ◽  
Sustainable Energy

scholarly journals Post-Workshop Report for Plug-N-Harvest Modular Façade Retrofit Workshop on Sustainable Places 2019

Proceedings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 14
Author(s):  
Du ◽  
Streblow ◽  
Montalbá ◽  
Sendra
Keyword(s):  
User Interface ◽  
European Commission ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Management System ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Energy Management System ◽  
Workshop Report ◽  
Horizon 2020

As part of the European Commission Horizon 2020 Plug-N-Harvest project consortium, authors hosted a 90-minute workshop to discuss issues related the modular façade retrofit development in Europe on Sustainable Places 2019 conference at Cagliari, Italy on 6th June 2019. This post-workshop report outlined research outputs presented by four speakers from Cardiff University, RWTH Aachen University, ETRA I+D and Eco Intelligent Growth. It also presented the key information discussed during the workshop. The representatives from about ten H2020 projects joined the discussions. Workshop participants provided technical suggestions on façade design, user interface development for the energy management system, circular economy business models for modular façade and consortium building. The representatives agreed that strengthening the synergy among different Horizon 2020 projects would be a benefit for all.

Sustainable Energy Management: Achieving Energy Independence at Wastewater Utilities

2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 (3) ◽  
pp. 650-670
Author(s):  
Drury Whitlock ◽  
Julian Sandino ◽  
Tim Shea ◽  
Peter Burrowes
Keyword(s):  
Energy Management ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Energy Independence

A Qualitative Assessment of a Full-Service Network Airline Sustainable Energy Management: The Case of Finnair PLC

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. 167-180
Author(s):  
Glenn Baxter ◽  
Panarat Srisaeng ◽  
Graham Wild
Keyword(s):  
Energy Management ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Jet Fuel ◽  
Qualitative Assessment ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
Route Network

Airlines are extremely energy intensive. Around the world airlines are increasingly focusing on the environmentally sustainable energy management. Using a qualitative longitudinal case study research approach, this study examines Finnair’s sustainable energy management over the period 2010 to 2019. The airline’s major energy source is jet fuel used for the operation of the airline’s aircraft fleet and the electricity which is used to power its facilities located at Helsinki Airport. The study found that Finnair’s annual jet fuel consumption has grown throughout the study due to the airline’s route network and aircraft fleet expansion. The fuel required for ground vehicles has risen reflecting greater operational requirements due to the company’s expansion. The annual consumption of electricity and electricity for heating has displayed a general downward trend during the study period. The annual electricity per passenger has also decreased despite the large growth in passenger numbers. Finnair has increased its use of renewable energy sources for its flight and ground operations. A key energy saving strategy has been the acquisition and operation of a modern state-of-the-art, fuel efficient aircraft fleet.

Evaluation of the Progress of Sustainable Energy Management in World Economies

2021 ◽  
pp. 246-261
Author(s):  
Aykut Akdag ◽  
Suna Sahin
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Driving Force ◽  
Political Power ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Energy Reserves ◽  
Power Struggle ◽  
Goods And Services

The aim of the study is to analyze the underlying reasons for the countries to have access to the energy reserves and the effort to be to holding on those reserves. Energy is the driving force for the production of goods and services. Countries who have access to energy reserves are aware that those reserves provide both economic and political power. The motive for countries to have control of energy reserves are twofold: basis for economic growth and keeping or gaining political power. The result most of the time is a continous power struggle between the countries.

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