Gurteshwar Mander | MEL CEEN 2023 | Dec 14@ 2:30-300pm | UBC Robson Square C-300 |Mentor-Lakshman ,Razzaq Mohammed (CBRE) |
With the recent passage of the Zero Emission Vehicle Act, there is an anticipated significant increase in the number of electric vehicles (EVs). Accommodating this surge in EVs necessitates the development of numerous charging stations. This research delves into the analysis of peak demand consumption and cost data, identifying high-intensity locations within a portfolio of 500 commercial buildings in British Columbia, encompassing various establishments such as courthouses, offices, and health units. The primary objective is to propose strategies for reducing demand on selected project sites. The study also evaluates the impact of EV infrastructure on building load, considering historical usage patterns, predicting future demand and associated expenses, and exploring methods to decrease charges related to the increased EV infrastructure.
Conducted in collaboration with CBRE, a leading global commercial real estate services firm, the research addresses the evolving landscape of customer demand shaped by advancing technology and changing energy needs. The focus extends to Multi-Unit Residential Buildings (MURBs), commercial structures, and government facilities, emphasizing the transformation of electric load characteristics resulting from the introduction of EV infrastructure.