Program:
Air-conditioning contributes to more than 50% of the total electricity consumption in commercial buildings, including government offices, and is on the increase in the domestic sector as well. The most popular type of air-conditioners in these sectors is the single split type air conditioner. It has been estimated that 125.4 GWh of electricity can be saved by implementing this scheme by 2020.
Progress:
After identifying the importance of contribution of air-conditioning to the national energy consumption, the SEA with the assistance of SLSI developed a standard and will be finalised after public comments by the end of 2017. Awareness is also viewed as an essential component in this project. The PTF on EDSM issued a circular on energy saving through efficient use of air-conditioners in public sector buildings. An awareness programme was conducted on May 23, 2017, for the government sector energy management officers.
Laboratory:
