An integrated design approach to zero-e university buildings in Egypt

Abstract EN

Study energy usage in the university recently due to inefficient use of energy and lack of awareness among building users has become urgent.

In this context, energy conservation should be implemented to optimize energy use.

This paper discusses the concept of zero energy university with a view to proposing steps to conserve energy and achieve sustainability.

A review of the literature reveals that energy conservation methods can be classified into three categories: building systems and taking advantage of external influences and reducing the thermal load of the building.

Within the context of these categories, using the analytical method numbers of high-impact energy conservation methods are suggested, including renewable energy, improvement of energy efficiency, energy usage management and monitoring, promotion and integration of energy concept, an improvement on energy-saving awareness and energy-use behavior.

Using the applied approach, the Fayoum University model was used to ensure the effectiveness of the proposed solutions and alternatives and to make sure of the possibility of reducing electricity consumption through the suggestions presented.

Based on the recommendations in this paper, universities can adopt energy conservation methods that can be in harmony with their policies and strategies.