Electrical Energy Conservation in Engineering Industry: A Case Study

2014 ◽  
Vol 619 ◽  
pp. 178-182
Author(s):  
Yogesh Pahariya ◽  
Rakesh Saxena
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Total Energy ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Engineering Industry ◽  
Process Equipment ◽  
Energy Audit ◽  
Energy Saving Potential ◽  
Energy Balances

Energy efficiency is extremely important to all organisations, especially those that are energy intensive. Detailed studies to establish, and investigate, energy balances for specific plant departments or items of process equipment have been carried out. The energy audit of the industry (Indo-German Tool Room, Indore) has been done. It has been concluded that total energy saving potential of 1,28,560 KWH per year is possible by implementing the recommendations. Hence achievable saving is 13.85% of total annual electricity consumption. The total savings Rs.7,71,360/- per year with initial investment of Rs.12,79,000/-.

scholarly journals Towards DC Energy Efficient Homes

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (13) ◽  
pp. 6005
Author(s):  
Daniel Villanueva ◽  
Moisés Cordeiro-Costas ◽  
Andrés E. Feijóo-Lorenzo ◽  
Antonio Fernández-Otero ◽  
Edelmiro Miguez-García
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Electric Vehicles ◽  
Energy Efficient ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Real Data ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Led Lighting ◽  
Shed Light

The aim of this paper is to shed light on the question regarding whether the integration of an electric battery as a part of a domestic installation may increase its energy efficiency in comparison with a conventional case. When a battery is included in such an installation, two types of electrical conversion must be considered, i.e., AC/DC and DC/AC, and hence the corresponding losses due to these converters must not be forgotten when performing the analysis. The efficiency of the whole system can be increased if one of the mentioned converters is avoided or simply when its dimensioning is reduced. Possible ways to achieve this goal can be: to use electric vehicles as DC suppliers, the use of as many DC home devices as possible, and LED lighting or charging devices based on renewables. With all this in mind, several scenarios are proposed here in order to have a look at all possibilities concerning AC and DC powering. With the aim of checking these scenarios using real data, a case study is analyzed by operating with electricity consumption mean values.

scholarly journals Impact of electrical energy efficiency programs, case study: Food processing companies in Cuenca, Ecuador

DYNA ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 81 (184) ◽  
pp. 41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Galo Jose Carrillo-Rojas ◽  
Juan Andrade-Rodas ◽  
Antonio Barragán-Escandón ◽  
Ana Astudillo-Alemán
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Food Processing ◽  
Electrical Energy

Using energy profiles to identify university energy reduction opportunities

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 188-207 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nandarani Maistry ◽  
Harold Annegarn
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Academic Calendar ◽  
The University

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to outline efforts at the University of Johannesburg, a large metropolitan university in Gauteng province, to examine energy efficiency within the context of the green campus movement, through the analysis of electricity consumption patterns. The study is particularly relevant in light of the cumulative 230 per cent increase in electricity costs between 2008 and 2014 in South Africa that has forced institutions of higher education to seek ways to reduce energy consumption. Design/Methodology/Approach – A quantitative research design was adopted for the analysis of municipal electricity consumption records using a case study approach to identify trends and patterns in consumption. The largest campus of the University of Johannesburg, which is currently one of the largest residential universities in South Africa, was selected as a case study. Average diurnal consumption profiles were plotted according to phases of the academic calendar, distinguished by specific periods of active teaching and research (in-session); study breaks, examinations and administration (out-of-session); and recesses. Average profiles per phase of the academic calendar were constructed from the hourly electricity consumption and power records using ExcelTM pivot tables and charts. Findings – It was found that the academic calendar has profound effects on energy consumption by controlling the level of activity. Diurnal maximum consumption corresponds to core working hours, peaking at an average of 2,500 kWh during “in-session” periods, 2,250 kWh during “out-of-session” periods and 2,100 kWh during recess. A high base load was evident throughout the year (between 1,300 and 1,650 kWh), mainly attributed to heating and cooling. By switching off the 350 kW chiller plant on weekdays, a 9 per cent electricity reduction could be achieved during out-of-session and recess periods. Similarly, during in-session periods, a 6 per cent reduction could be achieved. Practical implications – Key strategies and recommendations are presented to stimulate energy efficiency implementation within the institution. Originality Value – Coding of consumption profiles against the academic calendar has not been previously done in relation to an academic institution. The profiles were used to establish the influence of the academic calendar on electricity consumption, which along with our own observation were used to identify specific consumption reduction opportunities worth pursuing.

scholarly journals Electrical power supply consumption in education sector and energy audit: Case study of University of Jos

2021 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 321-328
Author(s):  
B.I. Gwaivangmin
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Power ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Electricity Supply ◽  
Energy Audit ◽  
Demand Forecast ◽  
Generating Sets ◽  
Load Demand ◽  
The Cost ◽  
The University

Electricity supply has been identified as the key constraint to industrialization and economic development in Nigeria. The unbundling of the power sector was aimed at boosting electricity supply, this effort has yielded some appreciable results, but not very significant. As a result of the low power generation and distribution, Nigeria’s federal government is working towards solving the prevailing problems of inadequate power in some key sectors by building power generating plants in some of the institutions of learning in the country. This paper looks at the determinants of electrical energy consumption and electrical energy audit, a case study of the University of Jos. The load profiles demand survey, load demand forecast and other important factors were investigated. The result revealed that there is available power of 22–23 hours from the national grid and the balance 1–2 hours of power is supplied by the generating sets, good savings in the cost of diesel and maintenance. An annual excess of 2,199,900 kWH is enjoyed by the university over the national per capita power consumption.

scholarly journals Features of application of ORC-technology at compressor stations of metallurgical enterprises

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-76
Author(s):  
I. S. Antanenkova ◽  
◽  
S. I. Svetogor ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Organic Rankine Cycle ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Rankine Cycle ◽  
Iron And Steel ◽  
Energy Saving Potential ◽  
Internal Efficiency ◽  
Iron And Steel Works ◽  
Secondary Energy Resources

The use of secondary energy resources in metallurgy with their conversion into mechanical and / or electrical energy allows not only to reduce the negative impact on the environment, but also to significantly increase the energy efficiency of facilities. As a result the study design, the results of which are presented in this article defined the energy-saving potential at the compressor station metallurgical enterprises (on the example of the system of supply of technical gases of the process of production of rolled steel from iron ore PJSC Magnitogorsk Iron and Steel Works). A schematic solution and a method for determining the operating parameters of an installation operating according to the so-called "organic Rankine cycle" (ORC installation), which allows obtaining additional electrical energy for production needs by utilizing the heat of interstage cooling of compressor units, are proposed and justified. The features of the implementation of this technology are identified, and the working substance of the ORC installation that meets the requirements of safety and energy efficiency as much as possible is proposed for implementation. The values of the internal efficiency, the power of the ORC installation and the share of usefully utilized heat in the implementation of the proposed scheme are estimated.

scholarly journals Energy Audit in Department of Chemistry,St. Francis de Sales College, Seminary hills, Nagpur: A case study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mrityunjoy M. Karmakar
Keyword(s):  
National Development ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Consumption Pattern ◽  
Chemistry Department ◽  
Energy Audit ◽  
Long Run ◽  
Day By Day

As the electricity charges are increasing day by day & electricity or power is the first & foremost requirement to light up & ventilate any room. Running an institution or even a house with the old technology makes less sense which shall be more so in the coming years.The Chemistry department of St. Francis de Sales College, Seminary hills, Nagpur has been taken up as a case study to impart suggestions for improving electricity consumption pattern & reap benefits in the long run. The changes necessitated shall definitely lead to better progress & shall lead to national development. A case study has been presented here in the location-Department of Chemistry,St. Francis de Sales College, Seminary hills, Nagpur, Old building, A wing, III Floor.

scholarly journals Improving the Energy Efficiency of Petrochemical Plant Operations: A Measurement and Verification Case Study Using a Balanced Wave Optimizer

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (21) ◽  
pp. 4136 ◽  
Author(s):  
Man Hin Eve Chan ◽  
Kar-Kit Chu ◽  
Hin-Fung Chow ◽  
Chi-Wing Tsang ◽  
Chi Kuen Danny Ho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Circulation System ◽  
Petrochemical Plant ◽  
Actual Performance ◽  
Measurement And Verification ◽  
Water Pumps

The Chinese petrochemical industry is facing pressure to meet strict targets of energy consumption and carbon emission reductions. Water pumps are the primary equipment used in most chemical and agrochemical industries sectors since water is commonly used for cooling and heating purposes, but these pumps also consume a large amount of energy. Other uses of water pumps in these industries include producing steam for heating, preparing reaction media or absorptive reagents, rinsing products, and distilling. As for the electrical components of the water pump systems, current technologies of variable frequency drives and superconducting transmission lines are unable to increase the energy efficiency of these systems with a fixed load. However, the Balanced Wave Technology (BWT) is offered as a solution to overcome these limitations. In this report, a case study using a BWT optimizer is conducted on a closed loop water circulation system. Two BWTs are added to the individual motor-controlled section of each pump that is being used on the switchboard. For the first time, a detailed example was provided on how to implement option B of the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP) in China by evaluating the performance of BWT as an energy conservation measure. The evaluated periods included those of the baseline, post-installation, and actual performance of the optimizers. An average saving of energy of about 10.46% is recorded in a 5-week reporting period. On this basis, that annual electricity saved is estimated to be 66,447.18 kWh, which is equivalent to the emission of 68.94 metric tons of CO2e. This case study demonstrates in detail how option B of IPMVP can be implemented for BWTs applied on pumping systems. In addition to petrochemical production plants, other industries like textile and clothing sections, which are heavy users of water and electrical energy with fixed loads in the production processes of raw materials, fiber, yarn, and fabric, as well as textile-dyeing and final treatment, could benefit from applying this new technology.

SOME ASPECTS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN HOUSING CONSTRUCTION IN RUSSIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 90-96
Author(s):  
E.V. Nezhnikova ◽  
◽  
M.V Chernyaev ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Real Estate ◽  
Energy Efficient ◽  
Residential Buildings ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Housing Construction ◽  
Residential Real Estate ◽  
Domestic Legislation

The article presents the problems of ensuring energy efficiency of housing construction in the Russian Federation. Unfortunately, for a variety of reasons and, despite the existence of federal and regional legislation, today Russia does not pay due attention to this issue, which leads to an unreasonable increase in electricity consumption both during the creation of residential real estate objects and during their operation. 96 Экономические системы. 2020. № 2 Economic Systems. 2020. No. 2 The relevance of the topic is enhanced by significant energy consumption of residential buildings in use: more than 50% of electrical energy consumption falls on these real estate objects. Therefore, it is no coincidence, but a completely logical trend of the 21st century, that the governments of most countries popularized the idea of designing and building energy-efficient residential buildings. It was established that the improvement of domestic legislation in terms of energy efficiency has greatly improved the regulatory framework for the design and construction of energy-efficient residential real estate.

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