This project assessed the energy efficiency of 341 hospitals across different climate zones and typologies, with technical support from AEEE and CCDC. The survey calculated EPI, highlighting variations driven by equipment efficiency,
behavioral practices, and infrastructure differences.

• Highlighted the importance of energy efficiency in healthcare facilities.
• Identified high-EPI hospitals for energy-saving measures.
• Provided data for targeted interventions and policy decisions.

NIYANTRAC 2.0 focuses on improving energy efficiency and asset performance in Indian Railways through IoT-based real-time monitoring and advanced data analytics. Aligned with the Indian Railways’ net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2030, the project aims to optimize energy consumption and reduce operational costs.

• Centralized energy monitoring via IoT-enabled devices.
• Mobile applications for remote control and monitoring.
• Data analytics for performance benchmarking and energy efficiency.
• Training programs for IR and CRIS teams on energy management and operational efficiency.

This project provided technical expertise for the Conscious Collective 2024 initiative, emphasizing climate-resilient and low-carbon building practices. IDS developed a detailed technical report on sustainable building strategies and created an interactive gaming application to promote awareness of the urban heat island (UHI) effect and its mitigation
strategies.

• Detailed report on climate-resilient, low-carbon buildings.
• Development of an interactive gaming app to simulate UHI effects and solution
• Collaboration with CEEW to support outreach and awareness initiatives.

This project involves the retrofitting of the HVAC system in UNICEF’s Headquarters in India with ultra-low energy systems while ensuring comfort and air quality. IDSPL provided support in the implementation of energy-efficient technologies and passive cooling strategies to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint.

-Energy-efficient HVAC systems with smart controls.

-Passive cooling techniques and heat recovery systems.

-Real-time energy monitoring for performance tracking.

The project focused on conducting a benchmarking study to assess the energy performance of residential units at Lodha Palava and developing a digital twin for simulation and monitoring. IDSPL provided insights into energy usage patterns, optimized energy efficiency strategies, and created a digital twin to model and enhance the performance of these residential units.

-Energy benchmarking to identify and analyze consumption patterns.

-Data-driven recommendations to enhance energy efficiency.

-Integration of advanced modelling tools for continuous monitoring and improvement.

The project aims to enhance skills in the Indian HVAC sector, focusing on operational energy efficiency, maintenance, and refrigerant management in alignment with Government of India’s initiatives. It targets over 2,000 technicians in 50 cities, offering a two-day workshop covering 13 modules to improve proficiency and contribute to a skilled HVAC workforce nationwide.

• Enhancing skilled manpower in the Indian HVAC sector with a focus on energy efficiency, maintenance, and refrigerant management.
• Conducting two-day workshops featuring 13 hands-on training modules.
• Training over 2,000 technicians across 50 cities through specialized programs.

This research project involved the estimation of the impact of UHI in the built environment of Delhi using advanced tools like Rhino with Grasshopper and Ladybug addons. The study involved collection of weather data analysis at micro, meso and macro levels (Site level, Precinct level and City Level) and modelling it using the software tools. The impact of vegetation, water bodies and landscaping were estimated by defining their geometric and thermal properties. The surface temperature at different levels are visualized using the maps with temperature ranges plotted on them. This study intends to develop GDCR for the city based on the UHI effects and support develop a sustainable built environment.

As part of the MHRD’s Design Innovation Center project, SPA Delhi developed an innovative EMSS to mitigate solar discomfort in various Indian climatic regions. It provides technical support for prototype development by identifying critical solar angles affecting thermal comfort in buildings, utilizing Python scripting in Grasshopper and modeling in Rhino.

• Identified solar angles affecting heat gain in Indian climates.
• Developed a prototype EMSS for thermal comfort improvement.
• Promoted energy efficiency with sustainable shading solutions.

Review of building design for modification of the façade, considering orientation, massing, number and type of openings, and selection of building envelope materials. Analysis of the building design using building energy simulation tools to determine cooling load and annual energy consumption. Support provided for selection of construction materials for walls, roof, and landscaping to optimize energy efficiency. Estimation of the capacity of façade and landscape integrated evaporative cooling system. Provision of inputs to the cooling system designer regarding the size of the evaporative cooling surface area, face velocity, and air flow rate to meet ventilation requirements.

Reviewed building design for modification of the façade, considering orientation, massing, number and type of openings, and selection of building envelope materials. Conducted analysis of the building design using building energy simulation tools to determine cooling load and annual energy consumption. Provided support for selection of construction materials for walls, roof, and skylights to optimize energy efficiency.

Estimated the capacity of façade and landscape integrated evaporative cooling system. Offered inputs to the cooling system designer regarding the size of the evaporative cooling surface area, face velocity, and air flow rate to meet ventilation requirements. Developed the design for a solar PV system to reduce heat ingress through skylights based on shadow analysis.