• Energy management opportunities in Lighting
• Electric lighting is a major energy consumer. Enormous energy savings are possible
using energy efficient lamps, effective controls, and careful design. Heat producing
lamps when used in airconditioned areas, the heat load of the air-conditioners will
increase. Only essential lighting is advised in air- conditioned space.
• Electric lighting design strongly affects visual performance and visual comfort by aiming
to maintain adequate and appropriate illumination while controlling reflection and
glare.
• By adopting new lighting technologies, Commercial Centres/Hotels/ Convention
Centres etc. can reduce the amount of electricity consumed and energy costs
associated with lighting
Factors Affecting Energy Efficiency
of motor
• Power Supply Quality:
• Motor Loading: . Reducing Under-loading:
• Sizing to Variable Load:
• Power factor correction: Capacitor Ratings for Power Factor
Correction by Direct Connection to Induction Motors
• Maintenance:
• Rewinding of motor
• Losses less than 1%
Peak demand control
• Understanding the Causes of Peak Demand
Peak demand occurs when the demand for electricity is at its highest,
typically dur
• Increased air conditioning usage during summer months
• Higher heating demands during winter months
• Industrial and commercial operations that require high energy usage
during hot summer afternoons or cold winter mornings.
Peak demand control
• Consequences of Not Managing Peak Demand Effectively
• Higher energy costs due to peak demand pricing
• Increased strain on the grid, potentially leading to power outages and
grid instability
• Reduced energy efficiency and increased greenhouse gas emissions
• Potential penalties and fines for exceeding peak demand limits
Peak demand control
Strategies for Reducing Peak Demand
1. Load Management Techniques for Peak Demand Management
(Demand side management DSM)
• Load management techniques involve shifting or reducing energy usage
during peak periods to reduce strain on the grid. Some effective load
management techniques include:
• Load shifting: shifting energy usage from peak to off-peak hours
• Load shedding: reducing energy usage during peak periods
• Demand response programs: participating in programs that offer
incentives for reducing energy usage during peak periods
Peak demand control
Peak demand control
Peak demand control
2. Energy Efficiency Measures for Peak Demand Reduction
• Energy efficiency measures can play a crucial role in reducing peak
demand. Some effective energy efficiency measures include:
• Upgrading to energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems
• Implementing energy-efficient technologies, such as LED lighting and
smart thermostats
• Improving building insulation and reducing energy losses
• Implementing energy management systems to monitor and control
energy usage
Peak demand control
3. Renewable energy and Energy Storage Solutions for Peak Demand
Reduction
• Energy storage solutions can also play a critical role in reducing peak
demand. Energy storage systems can store excess energy generated
during off-peak hours or energy generated from renewable sources
like solar PV system and release it during peak periods, reducing the
strain on the grid. Some effective energy storage solutions include:
• Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Pumped hydro storage (PHS)
• Compressed air energy storage (CAES)