Electrical energy consumption in buildings by means of experimental measurements Analysis of an educational facility

Energy engineers can use metering systems to monitor a building’s energy efficiency and actively look for opportunities to further energy-saving opportunities. The intent of metering systems is to provide adequate data that can be used to improve building systems performance. Providing a breakdown, for specific rooms, appliances, or times of the day is the only way to link actual data, actions and results. The results of the analysis offer the potential to improve the energy efficiency of the building and reduce the operation costs. In addition, a system provides the ability to report and analyze the data, as well as help the owner take action and improve building performance. In this article a metering system developed by researchers of Polytechnic University of Madrid and American University of Ras Al Khaimah is tested in an educational facility. The results are shown and discussed.