ABSTRACT
Building energy consumption has drastically increased in the past few years due to increased population, thermal comfort requirements of occupants, increased demand for household appliances, indoor air quality, and global climate change. Buildings contribute approximately 40% of the total primary energy consumption in India. In contrast, peak demand occurs during prolonged heat waves, contributing to the maximum share of electrical energy consumption. Nevertheless, the appliances’ peak demand and energy consumption can be reduced in buildings with the aid of smart sensor technology, which can provide the solution to energy shortfalls, greenhouse gas emissions, and occupant comfort. This study investigates integrating the smart sensor for energy management into building applications. The control optimisation algorithm for smart sensors supports reduced energy and resource consumption by ensuring peak demand reduction and users’ comfort in buildings.
