Optimization Recommendations
Based on comprehensive analysis of 28 months of consumption data
Install additional solar panels on hostel rooftops
Impact:
Potential 3x increase in solar output
(7.5 MWh/month)
Payback Period:
5-6 years
Annual Savings:
₹15-20 lakhs
annually
Set AC to 28°C in hostels, 25-26°C in academic blocks
Impact:
15-20% reduction in cooling
consumption
Payback Period:
Immediate
Annual Savings:
₹8-12 lakhs
annually
Install programmable thermostats for adaptive control
Impact:
10-15% overall energy savings
Payback Period:
2-3 years
Annual Savings:
₹5-8 lakhs
annually
Prioritize triple rooms over single rooms in new construction
Impact:
25-30% per capita energy
reduction
Payback Period:
Long-term
Annual Savings:
₹10-15 lakhs
annually
- • Power consumption is projected to double in 6 years with current growth rate
- • 90% of energy consumption comes from hostels, academic buildings, and chiller plant
- • Solar contribution averages only 8.5% - significant room for improvement
- • Peak consumption occurs during October (post-summer break)