Energy Management

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Theoretical lessons: lectures with student-teacher interaction, case-studies presentation.
Practical lessons: software tools development, case-studies analysis.

The main aims of this course unit are:
To familiarize students with the basic concepts of energy management.
To help students to develop the knowledge and analytical skills needed for a successful career in the energy sector, in
terms of energy policy analysis and energy management.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To become familiar with the concepts related to energy use and efficient use of energy; To analyze electricity bills ; To
know how to prepare and perform energy audits.
To know how to apply energy consumption rationalization plans.
To investigate and choose efficient technological solutions and be able to argue with the employer or client.

Introduction to energy management.
Importance of various sectors of the economy in the global energy consumption.
Energy rate structures. The Portuguese fees. Electric bill analysis.
Demand-Side Management (DSM): Concepts; DSM planning and implementation.
Energy audits: Methodology and equipment. Methods for estimating energy savings. Economic analysis.
The Intensive Energy Consumption Management System (SGCIE). Energy consumption rationalization plan.
Efficient Use of Electricity: Lighting; Driving force; HVAC; Power factor compensation.

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