Sustainable use
The sustainable use of electrical energy is a key aspect of the sustainable development strategy of the Technical University of Sofia, as the production of electrical energy is the main source of greenhouse gas emissions on a regional and global scale.
Goals
In its plan for sustainable development in the electricity sector, the Technical University of Sofia strives to ensure a balance between the need for energy and the impact of its production on the environment.
Measures
Measures that are applicable to achieving this balance include both reducing general consumption and increasing consumption from zero-emission sources such as solar, wind, hydro and nuclear power plants.
Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from electricity production
SET GOALS
Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from electricity consumption at the Technical University of Sofia by 40% by 2030.
(base year: 1990)
Increase awareness
Increase awareness, engagement and personal contribution among students, academic and administrative staff.
PLANNED ACTIVITIES
TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS
Reduction in consumption
Introducing measures to reduce consumption such as: upgrading lighting systems with energy-efficient LED sources, installing motion sensors to automatically turn off lighting and equipment when not in use, and promoting energy-efficient practices among consumers.
Behavior changes
Encouraging behavior and habits changes among students, academic and administrative staff of the Technical University of Sofia to reduce individual electrical energy consumption, such as the use of natural light and ventilation, electric kettles for hot water, instead of an electric stoves, etc.
Progress reporting system
The Technical University of Sofia will introduce a system of specific indicators for reporting the progress and effectiveness in the electricity sector within the framework of the strategy implementation.
Partnerships
The Technical University of Sofia will continue to maintain and build new partnerships with other organizations committed to sustainability, including government agencies, non-profit organizations and private companies.
Comprehensive assessment
Carrying out a comprehensive assessment of the electricity consumption by the various structures of the Technical University of Sofia to identify the areas with high electricity consumption.
Green energy
Exploring opportunities for supply or own production of electrical energy from emission-free sources.
Intelligent control systems
Gradually introducing intelligent systems for managing electricity consumption in buildings.
Solar lighting
Solar lighting construction in the open areas.
Building own infrastructure with emission-free sources of electrical energy
SET GOALS
Production of electricity from renewable energy sources
Construction of own infrastructure with solar systems for electrical energy production for the needs of the Technical University of Sofia.
PLANNED ACTIVITIES
TO ACHIEVE THE GOALS
Research
Exploring the potential of installing solar panels on the campus (and on dormitories and canteen), including analysis of available space, orientation, shading and energy consumption.
Policy development
Developing a policy for promoting solar energy use and setting a target value for the electricity share generated by solar energy to the total supply mix for the needs of the university.
Funding sources
Identifying potential funding sources, such as grants, loans, or shared funding through various partnerships.
Installation of photovoltaic systems
Installing solar photovoltaic panels at identified suitable locations on campus, such as building roofs, grass or asphalt ground areas, or constructing solar carports.
Monitoring system
Implementing a system for electrical energy generation and consumption monitoring and identifying optimization and efficiency improvement opportunities.
Incremental increasing
Periodically increasing solar energy use by adding new solar photovoltaic panels.
