Impact of IoT-Based Energy Management Systems on Energy Use in Urban Commercial Buildings
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The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies into energy management systems has garnered significant attention due to its potential to optimize energy usage in urban environments. Despite the growing adoption of IoT in building management, there remains a lack of experimental research that rigorously tests the causal impact of IoT-based systems on energy consumption in real-world settings. This study aims to fill this gap by experimentally evaluating the effect of IoT-based energy management systems on energy efficiency in urban commercial buildings. An experimental study was conducted involving [N] urban commercial buildings, with [N1] assigned to the experimental group and [N2] to the control group, over a period of [X] months. Our experimental design uniquely combines controlled conditions and real-time data monitoring to assess the causal relationship between IoT system implementation and energy savings. We conducted an experimental study with both an experimental group, exposed to the IoT-based system, and a control group. The results showed a significant reduction in energy consumption in the experimental group, confirming the hypothesis that IoT systems can improve energy efficiency. The experimental design allowed for a precise isolation of the effects of IoT, ensuring the validity of the findings. These findings not only advance our understanding of the impact of IoT on energy consumption but also provide practical insights for the implementation of smart energy management systems in various sectors. The results are relevant for policymakers and building managers, offering evidence-based guidance for adopting IoT technologies to optimize energy usage in urban infrastructure.
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