Energy Efficiency Initiatives for A Hospital Building in Malaysia

Aziz, Mohamad Saiful Islam; Harun, Hasbullah; Ramli, Ahmad Shahril Izham; Azmi, Azlin Mohd; Dahlan, Nofri Yenita; Zailani, Ramlan

doi:10.37934/arfmts.88.3.145155

Cited by 3 publications

(2 citation statements)

References 12 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Aziz et al [46] proposed room temperature control, efficient lighting, optimized Air-Conditioning Split Units (ACSU), and Variable Speed Drive (VSD) installations as Energy Efficiency Initiatives (EEI) for a hospital in Selangor, Malaysia, to curb energy usage. Implementing these EEIs was projected to save 1,250,692 kWh/year, translating to a cost reduction of approximately €88,044/year and a decrease of 869 tonnes of CO 2 emissions annually.…”

Section: Hospitalsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Heating/cooling systems [12,17,19,26,29,35,36,39,44,46 It is worth noting that several measures focus on specialized energy aspects, such as reactive power coefficient compensation and relative humidity control, indicating a nuanced approach to retrofitting where even specific electrical and thermal parameters are fine-tuned for optimization.…”

Section: Type Of Action Investiged/implemented In Energy Type Commentsmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

A Review of Energy Efficiency Interventions in Public Buildings

Papadakis,

Katsaprakakis

2023

Energies

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This research provides a comprehensive exploration of energy efficiency dynamics in non-residential public buildings such as schools, swimming pools, hospitals, and museums. Recognizing the distinct energy consumption patterns of each building type, the study accentuates the unique challenges they present, with a particular focus on the continuous and intensive energy demands of hospitals and the unparalleled energy needs of swimming pools. Through an extensive review of various case studies, the research unveils prevailing energy consumption trends, highlighting the role of metrics in assessing energy efficiency and the inherent challenges these metrics face in ensuring uniformity and direct comparability. A core element of this analysis emphasizes the dual nature of technical retrofitting, categorizing interventions into passive and active measures. The research delves into the sustainability imperatives of energy interventions, exploring the economic motivations underpinning retrofit decisions, and the intricate relationship between advanced technological solutions and the behavioral tendencies of building operators and users. Additionally, the study uncovers the influence of external determinants such as climatic factors and government policies in shaping energy consumption in public buildings. In synthesizing these findings, the paper offers insightful recommendations, emphasizing the need for an integrated approach that harmonizes technological innovations with informed operational habits, aiming to optimize energy efficiency in public non-residential buildings.

show abstract

Section: Hospitalsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Type Of Action Investiged/implemented In Energy Type Commentsmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Energy Efficiency Interventions in Public Buildings

Papadakis,

Katsaprakakis

2023

Energies

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

Cooling load calculation for Smart Classroom concept on X building using CLTD method

Permatasari¹,

Ridhoarto²,

Cahyati³

et al. 2023

International Conference on Mechanical Engineering for Emerging Technologies (Icomeet 2021)

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Hospitals’ Energy Efficiency in the Perspective of Saving Resources and Providing Quality Services through Technological Options: A Systematic Literature Review

et al. 2023

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The effects of climate change, in combination with the recent energy crisis, have brought the energy efficiency issues of hospitals markedly to the fore. Hospitals are considered among the most energy-intensive buildings, which is why they have become a top priority for governments wishing to upgrade their energy efficiency. Given the critical nature of the work of hospitals and the model of healthcare provision (nursing cover 24 h per day, 7 days a week) it is very hard to achieve energy cuts. The international literature shows that the energy efficiency of hospitals is a complex process that requires further research. This need is covered by the present systematic literature review, which captures the existing knowledge on energy monitoring strategies, assessment, and upgrading through technology, resources-saving strategies, and the relationship between energy efficiency and the quality of the service provision, while also identifying future research considerations and the potential for supporting researchers’ work. Additionally, this study adds aggregated data to the literature, as far as the energy performance of buildings is concerned, and allows investors to have data exported from energy surveys at their disposal. At the same time, it suggests the further exploration of alternative energy technologies, based on all renewable energy sources rather than only solar power systems. This highlights the need for a comparative examination of hospitals with different climatic and socio-economic environments, to better determine what technologies effectively serve the energy needs of each region. Finally, this survey considers it necessary to connect the energy efficiency of hospital units with the awareness of the management and workforce in the saving of energy resources. Due to the fact that most studies are oriented toward the energy performance of very large-sized hospitals, it is suggested that in the future, the research lens should also be focused on the smaller private and public sectors’ health units.

show abstract

Energy Efficiency Initiatives for A Hospital Building in Malaysia

Cited by 3 publications

References 12 publications

A Review of Energy Efficiency Interventions in Public Buildings

A Review of Energy Efficiency Interventions in Public Buildings

Cooling load calculation for Smart Classroom concept on X building using CLTD method

Hospitals’ Energy Efficiency in the Perspective of Saving Resources and Providing Quality Services through Technological Options: A Systematic Literature Review

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About