Affordable & Clean Energy
Spotlight areas
  • Energy Use & Efficiency
  • Renewable Energy Projects
  • Carbon/Footprint Inventory
Overview University measures towards affordable and clean energy Energy use density Energy and the community

Overview

Khalifa University reduces energy intensity through renewable installations, smart systems, LED upgrades, and efficiency policy. The University’s low-carbon energy initiatives include solar-powered systems across both the Main and SAN campuses. At the Main Campus, there are 14 solar lights operating at 20 kW a day and a solar logo installation consisting of 6 units generating 24 kW per day. At the SAN Campus, 49 solar lights operate at 60 kW a day, along with 35 additional units at 40 kW per day. Together, these installations contribute to a total low-carbon energy use of 224.9568 GJ supporting the institution’s commitment to renewable energy and sustainability.

Efficiency Measures

  • Campus-wide LED replacements
  • Solar street and pole lighting
  • Occupancy-based HVAC control
  • Smart AC and scheduling

Energy Footprint

  • Total energy used:274,606.54 GJ
  • Energy intensity:0.96 GJ/m²
  • Floor area:286,881.41 Sqm
  • Carbon footprint:22,653 tons CO₂e

Renewable Output

  • Low-carbon energy generated:224.9568 GJ

Includes:

  • 14 solar units at Main Campus
  • 6-unit solar logo installation
  • 49 solar lights at SAN Campus + 35 additional units

Community Impact

Khalifa University supports:

  • Energy efficiency guidance
  • Policy research for renewable technology
  • Support for low-carbon innovation

0.96 GJ/m²
Energy usage per sqm

274,606.54 GJ
Total energy used

286,881.41 Sqm
University floor space

22,653 tons CO₂e
Carbon footprint

224.9568 GJ
total low-carbon energy use

The university’s low-carbon energy initiatives include solar-powered systems across both the Main and SAN campuses. At the Main Campus, there are 14 solar lights operating at 20 W/day and a solar logo installation consisting of 6 units generating 24 kW per day. At the SAN Campus, 49 solar lights operate at 60 W/day, along with 35 additional units at 40 W/day. Together, these installations contribute to a total low-carbon energy use of 224.9568 GJ, supporting the institution’s commitment to renewable energy and sustainability.