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Energy Planning and Optimization Model for Campus Buildings: A Case Study of Erciyes University

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study addresses energy consumption and climate change challenges in university campus buildings, focusing on Erciyes University. The research develops a multi-objective optimization model using GAMS software and NEOS Server to enhance campus energy efficiency. The model evaluates various energy-saving measures and their investment costs. Findings indicate that building envelope insulation can reduce heating energy consumption by 35%, while efficient hot water systems and energy-saving technologies can achieve savings up to 75.5%. Model calculations using SCIP and LINDO solvers demonstrate high accuracy, with results differing by only 0.2%. This research provides valuable guidance for university decision-makers in implementing targeted interventions for significant primary energy savings.

Source: Mimarlık Bilimleri ve Uygulamaları Dergisi (MBUD)

DOI: 10.30785/mbud.1559401

Authors: Atabek Movlyanov, Beyza Akyol, Saltuk Buğra Selçuklu

Institution: Erciyes University

Language: English

Topic: Building Energy and Comfort Optimization

Subfield: Building and Construction

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Climate action, Affordable and clean energy, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: U.S. Department of Energy, Erciyes Üniversitesi