Case Study: How a University Saved 30% on Energy Costs

Universities face a unique set of challenges when it comes to energy management. With large, complex campuses, diverse building types, and fluctuating occupancy patterns, identifying and reducing energy waste can be a daunting task.

The Challenge

A leading UK university was struggling with rising energy costs and a lack of visibility into building performance. Their existing systems were fragmented, and they had no way of correlating energy spend with actual building usage.

The Solution: Cortex™

The university partnered with Unifi.id to implement the Cortex™ platform across their main campus. By integrating real-time occupancy data with their existing energy monitoring systems, we were able to provide a clear, zone-by-zone view of energy waste.

"Cortex™ provided us with the visibility we had been missing. By understanding how our buildings were actually being used, we were able to identify and eliminate significant energy waste."

The Results

Within the first six months of implementation, the university achieved:

• **30% reduction in total energy costs** through occupancy-led HVAC and lighting control.
• **Verifiable carbon footprint reduction** for annual ESG reporting.
• **Improved occupant comfort and safety** through real-time environmental monitoring.
• **Data-led capital planning** for future building upgrades.

Conclusion

The university's success demonstrates the power of data-led energy management. By embracing the Cortex™ platform, educational institutions can reduce their costs, hit their sustainability targets, and create better environments for their students and staff.