An energy saving solution applied to the final use of electrical and lighting systems of school buildings managed by Perugia Province

Abstract

In this paper, a study and design of energy conservation actions and the obtention of Energy Efficiency Titles, according to the Italian Ministerial Decree 20th July 2004, applied to lighting and electrical systems<br />in a school district managed by Perugia Province (Italy), is presented.<br />Specifically, the analysis regarded the replacement of neon lamps with high efficiency ones, and the power factor correction of the electrical system with a lower value. The work was carried out through an<br />energy audit of some school buildings. From the results of this energy audit, project solutions were developed and a technical and economical feasibility study was made.This study was then extended to the whole school building fleet managed by Perugia Province. The results<br />of this work were validated by a commercial feasibility assessment through an ESCo.