Factors Affecting the Adoption of Smart Energy at Universities

Abstract

Energy demand has increased over the last few years, it is increasing faster than new technologies are being developed and faster than new energy sources can be found. The study explored the factors affecting the adoption smart energy at universities. The study adopted the technological, organisational and environmental factors (TOE) Framework to explore factors affecting smart energy adoption. The study used systematic literature review of articles published on smart energy. The quantitative content analysis was used to analyse the data from to review published articles smart energy adoption. The study results suggest that environmental factors (sustainability, global warming) are more important smart energy adoption factors than technological and organisational factors. The cost of technology is also perceived as an important factor. The study contributes to literature on the factors affecting smart energy at universities