Optimising HVAC Operations in Hospitals with AI and IoT: An Economic Analysis
- DOI
- 10.2991/978-94-6463-652-9_39How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- HVAC optimisation; Artificial Intelligence; IoT; economic benefits
- Abstract
As critical public service facilities, hospital buildings face unique challenges in managing energy consumption due to their dense occupancy and extensive equipment usage. HVAC systems account for a substantial portion of hospital energy expenditure. This study addresses these challenges by leveraging AI and IoT technologies to optimise HVAC operations. AI-based control systems continuously learn from data and adapt to complex operational environments, maintaining optimal indoor conditions while minimising energy consumption. IoT sensors enable real-time monitoring and automated control, reducing cooling capacity waste and increasing energy efficiency. The economic benefits of this approach are analysed, including reduced energy consumption, HVAC operating costs, and total economic benefits over ten years. The study finds that AI-driven HVAC systems significantly outperform traditional energy management methods, offering long-term financial advantages and improved occupant satisfaction. The findings highlight the potential of AI and IoT technologies to revolutionise HVAC energy management in hospitals, providing significant economic and operational benefits.
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TY - CONF AU - Anyi Chen PY - 2025 DA - 2025/02/24 TI - Optimising HVAC Operations in Hospitals with AI and IoT: An Economic Analysis BT - Proceedings of the International Workshop on Navigating the Digital Business Frontier for Sustainable Financial Innovation (ICDEBA 2024) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 377 EP - 383 SN - 2352-5428 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-652-9_39 DO - 10.2991/978-94-6463-652-9_39 ID - Chen2025 ER -