ENERGY AUDITING ANALYSIS OF ELECTRICAL LOAD

Authors

  • Krishnaveni Student, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engg., Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar, Karnataka, India
  • Ananthu Durga Prasad Faculty, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engg., Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar, Karnataka, India
  • T Vinay Kumar Faculty, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engg., Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar, Karnataka, India

Keywords:

Energy Audit, Load Curve Analysis, Peak Load, Demand-Side Management, Smart Grid

Abstract

The increasing demand for electrical energy in Karnataka necessitates efficient monitoring and optimization of energy usage. This paper presents a comprehensive energy auditing study based on electrical load consumption data obtained from Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL). The study focuses on comparative load curve analysis for January 2024 and January 2025. The analysis identifies variations in peak load, base load, and daily consumption trends. Results indicate that peak demand occurs during daytime operational hours, while minimum demand is observed during late-night hours. The study also highlights differences between weekday and weekend consumption patterns. The findings provide insights for demand-side management, loss reduction, and efficient grid operation. Recommendations such as load shifting, smart grid adoption, and renewable energy integration are proposed to enhance overall system efficiency.

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Published

01-06-2026

How to Cite

Krishnaveni, Ananthu Durga Prasad, & T Vinay Kumar. (2026). ENERGY AUDITING ANALYSIS OF ELECTRICAL LOAD. International Educational Journal of Science and Engineering, 9(05), 307–310. Retrieved from https://iejse.com/journals/index.php/iejse/article/view/337

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 05 (2026): SPECIAL ISSUE MAY - NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EMERGING TRENDS IN ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT

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