Energy Reviews

Regular energy audits to identify high-consumption areas and propose efficiency improvements.

Introduction

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) implements systematic and recurring Energy Reviews as part of its institutional energy-management strategy. These reviews ensure that all campus operations from buildings and classrooms to laboratories, IT systems, and infrastructure are continuously assessed for consumption patterns, efficiency gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

The process is supported by the University’s:

Energy Efficiency Standards for New Builds and Renovations Procedure

University Building Energy Efficiency Policy

Carbon Management and Emissions Reduction Policy

Smart-Building automation systems (BMS, HVAC control, lighting sensors)

Renewable-energy integration frameworks

Energy reviews allow AAU to maintain high operational efficiency, reduce unnecessary consumption, integrate corrective measures, and support long-term sustainability goals aligned with SDG7.

Centers and Departments

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01Sustainability and International Ranking Center (SIRC)

Coordinates annual energy reviews, analyzes performance data, documents findings, and supports the development of improvement plans across all campus units.

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02Engineering and Maintenance Department

Leads physical inspections of buildings, checks HVAC performance, lighting systems, insulation integrity, and ensures that improvements recommended in energy audits are implemented effectively.

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03Computer Center

Provides digital tools and smart-metering technologies that help track energy usage, monitor consumption trends, and generate automated reports for the review process.

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04Faculty of Architecture and Design

Supports the review process by evaluating building layouts, daylight access, thermal behavior, and architectural elements that influence energy performance.

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05Hourani Center for Applied Scientific Research (HCASR)

Provides analytical support, conducts applied research on building performance, and develops scientific recommendations for improving energy efficiency.

Activities

01Smart-Building Monitoring Program

AAU uses building-automation systems to track temperature, lighting, ventilation, and occupancy patterns, enabling continuous energy performance evaluation.

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02Renewable-Energy Integration Review

The University regularly evaluates how solar-powered systems, centralized cooling technologies, and energy-management software contribute to reducing consumption in high-demand areas.

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03Campus-Wide LED and Smart Lighting Audit

Lighting systems are reviewed routinely to identify areas where sensors, automation, or LED upgrades can further optimize efficiency.

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04Sustainable Design and Architecture Workshops

Workshops attended by AAU faculty emphasize reviewing building performance, evaluating passive-design opportunities, and integrating sustainable improvements in older structures.

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05EV Infrastructure Collaboration with KIA Jordan

This collaboration includes reviewing campus transportation energy use and proposing improvements through clean-mobility solutions and EV infrastructure planning.

Impact Evaluation & Development Plan

Performance Evaluation

Energy reviews are formally integrated into AAU’s sustainability framework and conducted regularly across all campus facilities.
Smart meters, Building Management Systems, and automated dashboards provide real-time insights for assessing energy performance.
Collaboration between engineers, architects, ICT specialists, and sustainability experts ensures a comprehensive review process.
Reviews consistently identify high-consumption areas and guide targeted improvements in lighting, HVAC, and building-operation practices.
Findings from energy reviews directly inform upgrade decisions and policy updates.
All reviews align with institutional sustainability goals and national environmental expectations.

Development Actions

Action 1: Fully digitize the energy-review cycle using integrated analytics tools and automated reporting. Action 2: Publish an Annual Energy Review Report summarizing findings, implemented actions, and campus-wide improvements. Action 3: Provide training workshops for faculty and facility teams on energy auditing, building performance optimization, and clean-technology solutions. Action 4: Develop a feedback platform enabling building occupants to report inefficiencies and suggest enhancements. Action 5: Introduce indicators to monitor the effectiveness of implemented improvements and track long-term efficiency outcomes.
Benchmarking & Best Practice
Adopted Global Best Practices
- Reviews align with international building-performance guidelines and sustainable energy-management systems.
- Smart-building analytics and environmentally responsive design principles follow global sustainability standards.
Localization to Jordan’s Context
- The review process complies with national energy regulations and supports local climate and construction requirements.
- Energy audits reflect Jordan’s renewable-energy strategy and national sustainability goals.
Future Goal (By 2028) AAU aims to establish a fully automated, data-driven energy-review system that continuously monitors campus performance and supports a long-term transition toward a fully optimized energy-efficient campus. Institutional Integration Summary Energy reviews are embedded within AAU’s institutional framework, guiding facility management, renovation planning, and smart-building optimization. Through ongoing evaluations, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based decision-making, the University ensures that operational efficiency continues to improve in alignment with SDG7. This system strengthens AAU’s position as a model for sustainable, energy-responsible higher education in Jordan.