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Energy Efficiency and Audit
Code: DIP16264
Diploma 6th Semester (EEE)
AY (2024-2025)
Unit-1

Short Questions
1. Classify the types of the energy available on the earth?
2. What is the simplest way to save energy?
3. Define the primary sources of energy.
4. What is star labelling, and why is it significant?
5. List two key features of the Indian Electricity Act 2001 related to energy conservation.
Long Questions
6. Describe the present energy scenario of India.
7. Illustrate with examples how energy-efficient devices contribute to energy conservation in
households and industries.
8. Demonstrate how the Bureau of Energy Efficiency helps in reducing carbon emissions through
its programs.
9. Examine the interplay between energy demand, supply, and conservation efforts in India.
10. Evaluate the role of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in promoting energy efficiency in
India.
11. A consumer uses a 1.5-ton 5-star air conditioner for 6 hours daily, consuming 1.1 kW per hour.
Another 3-star air conditioner of the same size consumes 1.5 kW per hour. Calculate the monthly
electricity bill for both appliances, assuming electricity costs ₹7 per kWh. Compare the savings.
Unit-2
Short Questions
1. List the factors affecting pump performance.
2. Name the different types of fans used in industrial applications.
3. List three energy conservation opportunities in pumping systems.
4. Give the applications of pumps.
5. Mention two tips for energy saving in fans and blowers.
Long Questions
6. Discuss the importance of energy conservation opportunities in pumping systems.
7. Explain briefly about the two main types of Centrifugal pumps?
8. Develop a comparative analysis to evaluate whether 5-star-rated fans provide air quantity similar
to ordinary fans without star ratings, considering energy efficiency and performance metrics.
9. Compare the efficiency of different flow control strategies in fans.
10. Evaluate the role of energy-efficient pumping systems in reducing operational costs.
11. A fan operates at 50% of its full load capacity, consuming 60 kW of power. If a variable
frequency drive (VFD) is installed, reducing power consumption by 25%, calculate:
a. The new power consumption.
b. The percentage reduction in energy use.
 Unit-3

Short Questions
1. Name various energy efficient lighting devices used for energy saving.
2. What do you mean by the term Incandescent lamps?
3. What are the types of commonly used lamps?
4. What are the different classifications of compressors?
5. How does the centrifugal compressor works?
Long Questions
6. Explain how periodic maintenance contributes to energy conservation in lighting systems.
7. Apply a checklist for energy efficiency in compressed air systems.
8. Illustrate the energy savings achieved by replacing traditional lamp sources with energy-
efficient luminaires.
9. Develop a comprehensive maintenance checklist for energy-efficient compressed air systems.
10. Compare energy-saving methods for diesel generator sets under different operational conditions.
Unit-4
Short Questions
1. Define energy-efficient motors and list their significant features.
2. What are the causes of technical losses in electrical systems?
3. List the energy conservation techniques used in induction motors.
4. Define co-generation and explain its significance in energy conservation.
5. What is an automatic power factor controller (APFC)?
Long Questions
6. Describe the role of tariff systems in reducing energy bills.
7. Illustrate the need for energy conservation in induction motors and transformers.
8. Identify practical energy-saving measures for diesel generator sets.
9. Differentiate between the features of energy-efficient motors and conventional motors.
10. Examine the impact of tariff systems on energy conservation in large-scale industries.
11. Evaluate the role of APFC in improving the power factor of industrial systems.
12. An induction motor with a power rating of 50 HP operates for 8 hours daily at a load factor of
0.75 and an efficiency of 85%. Calculate:
a. The energy consumed per day (in kWh).
b. The energy saved if the motor's efficiency is improved to 90%.
Unit-5
Short Questions
1. Define energy audit as per the Energy Conservation Act.
2. List the instruments used in an energy audit.
3. What is a Sankey diagram in the context of energy flow?
4. State the purpose of a simple payback period.
5. What is the significance of conducting an energy audit for electrical systems?
Long Questions
6 Describe the role of an energy flow diagram in an energy audit.
7. Develop a basic questionnaire for an energy audit in a commercial building.
8. Calculate the simple payback period for an energy-saving investment, given costs and savings
data.
9. Analyze the data collected during a walk-through audit to identify major energy inefficiencies.
10. Examine the effectiveness of different instruments used in energy auditing.
11. Evaluate the accuracy and reliability of data collected using specific energy audit instruments.
12. Propose innovative methods to improve energy efficiency based on audit findings in a
commercial building.