Energy is one of the most talked-about topics of recent times and it has involved, not just the governments, but civil societies, non-government organizations, activists and private associations from across the world. When almost every major segment is now impacted by the way energy is preserved and saved, construction, real estate and infrastructure sectors are also witnessing the impact of the topic.
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In recent times, the majority of buildings, whether residential or commercial have been designed and planned with the aim of saving electricity consumption, benefitting in financial terms, as well as playing a vital role in saving environmental degradation. Building Energy Management System (BEMS) is a method of integrating the energy management of a building through automation and promoting adaptive operational optimization. The system involves an array of sensors and digital communication technologies that automate the controls of electronic devices fitted across the building premises. It enables the devices to be switched off when not in use and also the wattage and consumption of electricity can be maneuvered as per the requirements.
BEMS has many advantages and is a major factor in deciding the functionality and operational viability of a building project.
Enhanced Monitoring Capability
The building management company has a never-ending task to control and monitor electrical devices, ensuring workability and optimum power consumption. The very first thing BEMS does is that it enhances the monitoring capability of the building management team. It not only assists in managing the electricity consumption across the building premises but also enhances the capabilities of the function. BEMS does most of the job on its own, so the team does not have to constantly be on the move from one part of the building to another, switching the devices, on and off. The outreach of the management team is enhanced and it feels more in control of the system. The enterprise investing in the construction project of the building would be confident that the project would be duly maintained and monitored in a better way.
"Buildings involve the usage of a lot of electrical equipment, right from the construction stage and this usage is multiplied during the course of running operations during building management."
Energy Savings for the Entire Building
Energy consumption can vary from one building to another; however, one thing common among every unit is the higher level of consumption, as compared to any other single household unit. BEMS provides the power and wattage consumption data of the entire building to the manager, allowing the team to adjust the energy consumption. This not only enhances efficiency but also saves on energy consumption of the entire building. Building management teams can make better decisions for energy allotment across various sections of the unit, allowing them to save more than 80% on power consumption. Buildings involve the usage of a lot of electrical equipment, right from the construction stage and this usage is multiplied during the course of running operations during building management. Organizing and managing the electrical equipment through BEMS ensures that the building contributes towards optimum ecological standards.
More Return Per Investment!
Building projects are capital intensive and managing and maintaining a building project is a different ball game altogether. With the costs of every function increasing by the day, gaining returns from the investments is becoming challenging every day. BEMS not only impacts the costs of everyday tasks within the scope of building management but also allows the management team to gain better returns on the investment, during the lifetime of the project. Saving on electricity consumption is a major deciding factor, when it comes to saving from expenses. In the construction domain, the whole projection of the returns of the project is based on the overall running cost involved during the entirety of the project. Construction companies, who invest vast sums of money in a building project, calculate their returns, based on the expenses and one prominent header in the expenses section is spending on energy and electricity. BEMS helps in projecting a more viable project and increases the confidence of investors, construction firms and stakeholders.
"Saving on electricity consumption is a major deciding factor, when it comes to saving from expenses."
Maintaining Cooler Temperature
BEMS ensures that only the equipment required for usage is switched on and is turned off when not in use. Electrical equipment usage emits heat and contributes to the increase in temperature of the vicinity. Collective heat from several buildings contributes towards the higher temperature of the region. When electrical equipment such as elevators, cooling/heating plants and even lights are switched off when not in use, it helps curtail the overall heat emission of the building.
Building management is one thing, but the whole construction segment is influenced by the use of BEMS and is a decisive factor in the evaluation of the viability of the project. It is not just about curtailing power spending, but ensuring a sustainable and better future for mankind.
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