Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency-國立成功大學永續發展SDGs

7.2.2 Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency

Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency

7.2.2
SDG7

Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency

National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) has implemented a comprehensive upgrade plan to continuously improve the energy efficiency of its existing buildings, covering top-level governance, design specifications, project retrofits, and campus-wide equipment replacement.

Establishment of Management Systems and Norms
Our energy efficiency upgrade plan is strategically guided by the "Energy Conservation Promotion Committee," with its decision-making processes detailed in the 2024 Meeting Minutes. All technical retrofits adhere to the NCKU Campus Green Building Code, which provides a high-efficiency blueprint for upgrading equipment like HVAC and lighting systems.

Retrofitting Old Buildings
In practice, we implement deep energy retrofits on landmark older buildings. For example, the "Sheng-San Dormitory" was upgraded with roof insulation and external shading, while the "Old Main Library" received new facade sunshades. These major projects, detailed in our Green Campus Performance Report and Sustainability Report, serve as tangible proof of our commitment.

Equipment Replacement
Beyond individual renovation projects, we have also carried out comprehensive and continuous equipment upgrades. According to the Sustainability Report, in 2024 the university replaced 1,047 high-efficiency air conditioning units, upgraded 1,434 LED lights, and continued modernizing substations to reduce power loss. These large-scale replacement initiatives demonstrate that the university is systematically investing resources to enhance overall campus energy efficiency, steadily advancing toward its net-zero goals.
  1. Renovation of Sheng-Li Dormitory 3, NCKU Future Venue, and Kuang-Fu Dormitory 2
This report outlines our building energy upgrade strategies for achieving net-zero emissions. To adapt to Tainan's hot climate, we retrofitted older buildings like the "Sheng-San Dormitory" with external shading—a dual-purpose measure that enhances climate resilience while acting as a passive energy-saving solution to reduce AC load. The report quantifies our 2023 carbon reduction achievements, including replacing 444 high-efficiency air conditioners, updating 2,711 LED lamps, and modernizing electrical substations to minimize power loss. These large-scale, planned initiatives demonstrate our systematic effort to enhance the energy efficiency of our entire existing building portfolio.






 
  1. Minutes of the 2024 Energy Conservation Promotion Committee Meeting
​​​These meeting minutes are key evidence of our planning process for upgrading the energy efficiency of existing buildings. The document records in-depth discussions by the committee regarding strategies for retrofitting and upgrading the campus's aging facilities, including air conditioning, lighting, and Energy Management Systems (EMS). The conclusions outline concrete action plans and assign responsible units, demonstrating that our university has a standing, systematic decision-making process to continuously plan and advance energy efficiency upgrades for our existing campus buildings.






 
  1. The NCKU Campus Green Building Code
This document outlines the technical specifications not only for new construction but also for all retrofitting and upgrade projects on existing buildings. It explicitly details the requirements for energy-efficient air conditioning (requiring Level 1 or 2 efficiency ratings) and high-efficiency lighting, which are directly applied to equipment replacement plans for our current facilities. This framework of specifications ensures that every retrofitting project constitutes a concrete step toward achieving higher standards of energy efficiency.




 
  1. 2024–2025 Sustainability Report of NCKU
This report outlines our building energy upgrade strategies for achieving net-zero emissions. To adapt to Tainan's hot climate, we retrofitted older buildings like the "Sheng-San Dormitory" with external shading—a dual-purpose measure that enhances climate resilience while acting as a passive energy-saving solution to reduce AC load. The report quantifies our 2024 carbon reduction achievements, including replacing 1,047 high-efficiency air conditioners, updating 1,434 LED lamps, and modernizing electrical substations to minimize power loss. These large-scale, planned initiatives demonstrate our systematic effort to enhance the energy efficiency of our entire existing building portfolio.NCKU promotes the development of a smart campus by integrating intelligent management across all campus infrastructure. Digital technologies are applied to enhance efficiency and sustainability in building energy use, water resource management, environmental health, and traffic safety. New buildings have obtained both Green Building and Intelligent Building certifications, while real-time monitoring and precise data analytics of energy and water systems ensure stable supply and minimize waste.

 





 

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