Optimization of electrical energy waste in house using smart appliances management System-A case study

Abstract

A substantial quantity of energy is consumed by residential buildings. The appliance runs on a set schedule in most of the houses. As a result, the appliance remains switched ON whether user need it or not. This results in significant energy waste and high electricity bill. To address this problem a smart energy management system (SEMS) has been proposed that generates switch ON/OFF control actions for appliances depending on physical characteristics. The SEMS optimize the energy waste and energy cost by reducing the operative time of the appliances without affecting the user comfort. The SEMS further reduces the electricity bill, if public utility offer the time varying electricity price for the residential consumers. A residential building microgrid system with smart appliances, rooftop mounted photovoltaic system, energy storage (electric car, and battery) linked to the public utility is regarded to assess the performance of the SEMS. The performance of the SEMS is tested for both flat and real time electricity price system. The potentiality and functioning of SEMS are verified by measuring energy and environmental performance, as well as user comfort and acceptance of the control system, throughout the course of a normal day. The findings show a potential for energy savings of 31% and a electricity energy cost reduction by 35%. The appliance smart scheduling and management of appliances according to the renewable power generation or the grid electricity cost are reflecting the novality and originality of the proposed SEMS system.