Implementation of Net-Zero Energy Building in Indian Army

Abstract

Net zero energy is a conceit of energy self-sufficiency that is based on minimal demand of thermal power supply and more usage of local renewable energy resources. A net zero energy military installation is defined as: ― A military installation that produces as much energy on-site from renewable energy generation or through the on-site use of renewable fuels, as it consumes in its buildings, facilities, and fleet vehicles. This study entails the green energy audit of the buildings of Indian Army aiming to identify opportunities for improving the energy efficiency of the campus and to facilitate the nation building with sustainable development. The reduction of the energy consumption while maintaining the human safety, health and comfort are of the primary importance. There is now a universal recognition of the fact that new technologies and much greater use of some that already exist provide the most hopeful prospects for the future. The opportunities lie in the use of existing renewable energy technologies, greater efforts at energy efficiency and the dissemination of these technologies and options. Achieving energy efficiency leads to net zero emission of carbon i.e., reducing the carbon footprint in the buildings and invariably reduces dependency on electricity produced by fossil fuels.