Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency
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- Sustainability Initiatives 2022 - 2023
- Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency
The Institution has taken many energy efficient initiatives in its existing buildings and in all new construction activities. The instantiates include :
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Installation of District Cooling System for all air-conditioning applications to attain (i) A substantial reduction in total installed capacity of air-conditioning systems and (ii) Better operational efficiency at part – load operations
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Use of energy efficient lightings, electrical appliances and motors in all new constructions
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Installation of solar heating systems in hostels and quarters buildings
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Opting for Architecture facilitating natural lighting and ventilation (Mahatma Gandhi Block)
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All replacements of existing facilities to happen with energy efficient alternatives
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Green Audit Certification for all new buildings
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Periodic energy audit to minimize energy wastage and improve efficiency