Energy wastage identification

Interregional Academy of Personnel Management adopts ISO 50001:2018 energy management standards to manage the overall energy conservation and carbon reduction operations on campus.

All buildings (both academic buildings and dormitories) of the IAPM are equipped with smart monitoring systems. These technologies continuously track energy consumption patterns, enabling real-time detection of inefficiencies or wastage. When anomalies are identified, the system promptly alerts the IAPM Service Center, empowering them to take immediate corrective actions. This proactive approach ensures that energy wastage is minimized, fostering a culture of accountability and responsibility across the university.

In addition to smart monitoring, the Interregional Academy of Personnel Management has integrated regular energy reviews to identify areas where energy waste is highest. 

This audit process is carried out quarterly (4 times a year) and provides detailed measurement of energy consumption, including the usage of electrical appliances, equipment, and building activities that have a direct impact on the Academy's overall energy use.

These measurements and subsequent calculations are carried out by the Academy according to established government guidelines - State Standards of Ukraine (SSU):

  • SSU EN15232-1:2017 (EN 15232-1:2017, IDT) Energy efficiency of buildings. Part 1. Impact of automated building monitoring and management systems. Modules M10-4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
  • SSU CEN/TR 15232-2:2017 (CEN/TR 15232-2:2016, IDT) Energy efficiency of buildings. Part 2. MaintenanceTR prEN 15232-1:2015. Modules M10-4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
  • SSU EN 15316-1:2017 (EN 15316-1:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy demand and energy performance of a system. Part 1. General requirements and display of energy performance. ModulesM3-1, М3-4, М3-9, М8-1, М8-4
  • SSU EN 15316-2:2017 (EN 15316-2:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy demand and energy efficiency of a system. Part 2. Heat and cold transfer (heating and cooling), ModulesM3-5, М4-5
  • SSU EN 15316-3:2017 (EN 15316-3:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy demand and energy efficiency of a system. Part 3. Heat and cold distribution (hot water, heating and cooling), ModulesM3-6, M4-6, M8-6
  • SSU EN 15316-4-1:2017 (EN 15316-4-1:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy performance and energy efficiency indicators of a system. Part 4-1. Space heating and hot water systems, fuel combustion systems (boilers, biomass), ModulesМ 3-8-1, М 8-8-1
  • SSU EN 15316-4-2:2017 (EN 15316-4-2:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy demand and energy efficiency of a system. Part 4-2. Heat generation systems, heat pump systems, ModulesM3-8-2, M8-8-2
  • SSU EN 15316-4-3:2017(EN 15316-4-3:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy performance and energy efficiency indicators of a system. Part 4-3. District heating systems, solar thermal and photovoltaic systems, ModulesМ 3-8-3, М 8-8-3, М 11-8-3
  • SSU EN 15316-4-5:2017(EN 15316-4-5:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings. Method for calculating energy demand and energy efficiency of a system. Part 4-5. District heating and cooling, ModulesM3-8-5, M4-8-5, M8-8-5, M11-8-5
  • SSU EN 15316-5:2017 (EN 15316-1:2017, IDT) Energy performance of buildings - Method for calculating energy performance and system energy consumption - Part 5: Storage systems for heating and hot water (excluding cooling), ModulesM3-7, M8-7
  • SSU EN 15459-1:2017(EN 15459-1:2017, IDT) Energy efficiency of buildings. Procedure for economic evaluation of building energy systems. Part 1. Calculation procedures, ModuleМ1-14
  • SSU BEN 15603:2013 Energy efficiency of buildings. Total energy consumption and energy assessment (EN 15603:2008, IDT)
  • SSU EN ISO 9806:2019 (EN ISO 9806:2017, IDT; ISO 9806:2017, IDT) Solar energy. Solar thermal collectors. Test methods

 

By evaluating these factors, the Academy aims to implement best practices for reducing energy waste and enhancing energy efficiency across all its buildings.

Objectives of the Energy reviews at the IAPM:

  • Identify Areas of Energy Wastage
  • Optimize Energy Use in Facilities

Scope of Work for the Energy Reviews:

  • Measurements and observations on energy consumption across the Academy’s buildings and campuses.
  • Building Inspections. Investigating the physical infrastructure of buildings, such as insulation, windows, lighting systems, laboratory equipment, compressors, water pumping units, and HVAC systems, to determine their impact on energy usage
  • Energy Situation Analysis of Buildings. The energy review identifies areas of high energy usage and helps pinpoint inefficiencies such as: equipment running when not in use, poor insulation or air leaks, and the usage of outdated technologies
  • Comparing the Academy’s energy usage with reference values from similar facilities to set improvement goals
  • Assessing energy use by type (heating, cooling, lighting, etc.) to identify the most energy-intensive processes
  • Definition of Energy Conservation Measures. Outlining actionable steps and strategies for reducing energy consumption and enhancing efficiency.

    

    

Future Steps:

The results of the energy reviews serve as a foundation for implementing Energy Conservation Measures that can reduce the Academy’s energy usage. Annually, the Academy upgrades inefficient appliances, optimizes building management systems, improves insulation, and expands the use of renewable energy sources.

As a conclusion, the results of energy reviews are an important prerequisite for plans for the general reconstruction of buildings.