At JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), sustainability is a core focus in our mission to promote green practices and energy-efficient systems across all campus facilities. Through an integrated approach, we are enhancing our campus’s energy efficiency, reducing operational costs, and fostering a more sustainable, environmentally responsible future.
Our commitment to energy efficiency is anchored in a comprehensive Energy Efficiency, Renovation, and New Building Policy This policy outlines the strategies for minimizing energy consumption across our infrastructure, including energy audits, retrofitting projects, and the integration of renewable energy technologies.
Several key initiatives have been implemented in the past few years to enhance energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and improve operational efficiency at JSS AHER:
All campus buildings have undergone a full transition to energy-efficient LED lighting, including classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices, and public spaces. This shift to LED technology is expected to drastically cut energy consumption.
Solar power systems have been strategically installed across campus, contributing significantly to the reduction of reliance on grid electricity. By harnessing the sun's energy, we reduce both operational costs and our carbon footprint.
Our HVAC systems have been retrofitted with energy-efficient models, using optimized airflow systems and inverter-controlled compressors. This upgrade ensures energy-efficient cooling and heating across all buildings, significantly reducing electricity consumption.
Energy-saving technologies such as Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) fans, solar tubes, and heat-insulating paints have been installed to further reduce energy consumption. These measures are being implemented in a phased manner across all campus buildings.
To further elevate our sustainability initiatives, JSS AHER has outlined the following future energy efficiency plans:
The next phase of solar power system installation will increase the total solar energy output to meet 80-90% of the campus's energy needs. New solar panels will be installed on rooftops, open spaces, and parking areas.
We are actively exploring the integration of smart building technologies, which will enable real-time monitoring and optimization of energy usage. Smart sensors will adjust lighting, HVAC, and other energy-consuming systems based on occupancy and environmental conditions.
Future HVAC upgrades will introduce the latest technology in energy-efficient systems, including geothermal cooling and energy recovery ventilators, which optimize temperature regulation while minimizing energy waste.
JSS AHER is working toward constructing zero-energy buildings that will produce as much energy as they consume, using renewable sources such as solar energy, wind, and geothermal heating.
Sustainable landscaping initiatives will be integrated across the campus, including the installation of green roofs that provide insulation, reduce energy consumption, and enhance biodiversity.
The energy efficiency initiatives at JSS AHER have already delivered tangible benefits:
These efforts not only support operational sustainability but also align with national and global efforts to mitigate climate change, improve energy efficiency, and transition to renewable energy sources.
JSS AHER is committed to achieving a future where energy efficiency and sustainability are at the core of our infrastructure. Through ongoing projects and future upgrades, we are actively contributing to global sustainability goals, enhancing our campus’s operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. Our continuous efforts in retrofitting existing buildings, expanding renewable energy systems, and adopting new technologies reflect our strong commitment to sustainability and energy conservation.
