Energy Savings Due to Daylight Saving in Mexico; Case Study: Buildings and Facilities of CU-UNAM

Abstract

This paper presents an analysis of energy savings in typical university campus buildings due to Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Mexico. The electricity demand load profiles are analyzed in five facilities of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) central campus. Each facility presents different demand characteristics according to its usage. Demand data have been obtained through electrical measurements using Survalent ONE SCADA system®. The last week winter period demand profile compared to the first week summer period demand profile are shown and analyzed. Results have shown DST effects on energy consumption in university facilities. With these results, it is also possible to develop decision-making programs to drive energy efficient plans in university campus. In addition, this information can be used to promote efficient and clean energy micro grids. Including ocean energy generation for isolated communities.