Case Studies
Energy Efficiency Project at Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
Located at the Jumeirah Lake Towers in Dubai, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) is a bustling residential and commercial facility comprising 21 master community clusters. This project focused on optimizing energy efficiency through a comprehensive retrofit of the air conditioning and car park ventilation systems.
Reduction in Energy Consumption
75%
Energy Savings
28%
CO2 Reduction
1,950Tons/year
Improved Lighting
30%
Savings on Utility Consumption
45%
Project Impact
The initiative led to substantial improvements in energy efficiency, tenant experience, and environmental sustainability:
- 17% Reduction in Energy Consumption: By upgrading the air conditioning and car park ventilation system, energy consumption saw a marked reduction.
- 28% Energy Savings: The installation of a sensor-based smart lighting system in the car park resulted in significant energy savings.
- 30% Improved Lighting: Enhancing the Lux level in the basement car park improved tenant satisfaction by providing better visibility and safety.
Environmental Benefits
- 1,950 Tons/year CO₂ Reduction: The retrofitted systems helped reduce CO₂ emissions, contributing to a more sustainable community.
- 45% Savings on Utility Consumption: A notable decrease in utility costs was achieved, driving both financial and environmental benefits.
Innovative Solution: Retrofit of Ventilation Fans with Smart Controls
The retrofit of existing fans involved integrating smart controls and sensors that monitor temperature, humidity, and CO₂ levels in real-time. This system optimizes fan operations, running them only when necessary, thus driving efficiency:
- Pre-Retrofit: The existing fans ran continuously at low speed, consuming 1.2 million AED/year in electricity and emitting 1.3 tons of CO₂ annually.
- Post-Retrofit: Smart control integration reduced electricity consumption to 0.5 million AED/year and CO₂ emissions to 0.5 tons/year.
With 58% energy savings, the new system operates on-demand, running fans only when specific conditions are met (temperature >38°C, humidity >75%, or CO₂ levels >20ppm).
Financial Summary
- Investment: AED 5M+
- Payback Period: Less than 3 years
- Internal Rate of Return (IRR): > 20%
This case study highlights DMCC’s commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility, achieved through innovative solutions that reduce carbon emissions, improve tenant experience, and deliver substantial cost savings.
