A Critical Study on Campus Energy Monitoring System and Role of IoT

Abstract

This paper provides a typical case study on energy monitoring system in a campus where hybrid energy is being used i.e., both solar and grid power. A critical review on previously used energy monitoring systems is also included in this paper. As the current trend is going with the smartness which includes smart-cities, smart buildings, smart phones, etc., same thing can be extended in terms of energy monitoring. This can be done by using the most widely using IoT technology. A proper monitoring of energy delivered, energy consumed and real time updates on the power analysis may assists to estimate the cost of electricity consumed. Also, the ways to reduce the electricity bill in efficient manner. A campus in the near-by location is selected, power consumption analysis is performed and some significant outcomes are reported. The renewable (solar) energy maintenance is another important point to be noticed. Having real time updates on the solar energy generation and distribution may help the users to maintain cost-effective environment.