Assessing the potential of renewable energy as a primary source for residential college campuses-Evidence from SIC

This exercise is being conducted at 1Symbiosis Infotech campus (SIC) located in Hinjewadi, Pune, India. The campus is pervaded by a sense of endless space and tranquillity, this picturesque campus is spread over five acres, boasts an academic block which is of international standards and separate hostels for boys and girls along with the accommodation for the faculty. The primary objective of this study is to understand the consumption patterns and identify potential areas for improvement in energy consumption within the residential campus. The study involves making a cost-benefit analysis of present energy sources with respect to renewable energy sources. This will include water electricity along with paper and gas consumption in the campus. This is to assess the potential of running a greener campus .The study proposes and tests a hypothesis that a greener college campus using renewable sources of energy is financially viable over a long period of time. A detailed analysis of current energy consumption and costs will be made. The comparative study would conclude with an objective assessment of the potential of renewable energy and will to judge the cost involved in replacing the current sources with renewable one along with practices which will reduce the consumption.