A Techno-Economic Feasibility Study for Reducing the Energy Consumption in a Building: A Solar Energy Case Study for Bandar Abbas

Abstract

In this work, 13 different solutions for the optimization of energy consumption of a building located in the tropical city of Bandar Abbas are studied out via the EnergyPlus and TRNSYS (Transient System Simulation Tool) commercial codes. Then, the suggested solutions are economically studied and the most economically viable ones are proposed. Ultimately, an energy efficient consumption scheme is put forward with the approach of solar energy utilization. Results reveal that 9 out of 13 studied solutions are techno-economically viable; and by implementing these solutions the energy consumption of the building could be decreased by 81% up to 165624.1 kWh as well as preventing 63022.66 kg of CO2 emission.

Reduction of Energy Use in Industrial Facility

“…Utilisation of renewable energy sources such as heat pump or solar panels is not analysed. Taking in-to account the importance the introduction of renewable energy sources in energy supply systems [14], and large energy savings which can be achieved [15], followed with reduction of CO2 emission, this topic will be addressed in future studies related to this particular facility.…”

A case study on the technical and economical feasibility of different types of central heating systems for ÇATES lodgements

“…Many studies on economic and technical feasibilities of several central heating systems have been carried out in literature. Bazarchi et al [1] found solar system decrease energy consumption and CO2 emission of a building 81% and 63022.6 kg in city of Bandar Abbas. Busato et al [2] presented the design, the control logic, and the energy performance of two different multisource heat pump systems.…”

“…The industrial development, population growth and rise of global urbanization rate increase heating requirements and energy needs in the last years. With decreasing energy sources, emerging political crises among countries and environmental difficulties, the efficient, renewable and green friendly heating systems [1] has begun to be crucial issues for researchers and HVAC companies [2].…”