Sustainable Mohallah | Energy Management
February 12, 2023
Title: Sustainable Mohallah
SUBMITTED BY:
NAME:
JAWAD UL HASSAN SHAH
REG. ID:
M22F0039EPS003
SUBJECT:
ENERG Y MANAG EMENT
MS ENERG Y & POWER SYSTEM (I)
(SESSION 2022-2024)
SUBMITTED TO:
Dr. SOHAIL MALIK
(ASSISTANT PROFESSOR)
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
PAF-IAST, MANG, HARIPUR
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Q. Design a sustainable community of 3-10 houses that can together live independently
for their domestic needs for living, Food, hygiene and Ene rgy with the help of timeline,
cost and other analytics involved.
Goals:
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To create a self-sufficient community that can live independently for their basic needs
of food, hygiene, and energy.
To minimize the community's carbon footprint by implementing sustainable practices
and technologies.
To design cost-effective and environmentally friendly housing units that meets the
needs of all community members.
To promote community cooperation and collaboration in decision- making and
resource management.
To create a space that is accessible and inclusive for all community members,
regardless of their abilities or disabilities.
Objectives:
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To conduct a comprehensive study of the community's resource needs, including
water, food, and energy, and to design systems to meet those needs.
To install renewable energy sources such as solar panels, wind turbines, and
geothermal systems, to reduce the community's dependence on fossil fuels.
To design and build houses using sustainable materials and co nstruction methods,
such as recycled materials, energy-efficient windows, and insulation.
To establish community gardens, orchards, and greenhouses to provide fresh produce
for the community.
To install composting systems to reduce waste and produce fertile soil for the
community gardens.
To create a system for rainwater harvesting and greywater reuse to conserve water
resources.
To establish community- wide composting toilets to reduce water usage and waste.
To provide education and training programs to community members on sustainable
living practices, renewable energy technologies, and sustainable agriculture.
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Home A
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Home D
Social
Buildings
Home B
Home C
Home E
Graveyard
Home F
This neighborhood consists of six houses. Each house covers an area of two kanals. The
cover area of the house is 5 Marlas while the rest of the space is occupied by people
according to their own skills. Boring is done in every house for water. This neighborhood is
a unique modern neighborhood where people are living the best life by helping each other.
Each house is described below;
House A:
The people of this house are keeping animals. These people take good care of animals. They
extract milk from these animals and drink it themselves and distribute it to other houses in the
neighborhood. These people also make ghee, curd and lassi etc. from this milk which is used
as food. On the days of sacrifice, these animals are slaughtered and made into meat. The
dung of these animals is collected at one place.
House B:
The people of this house use animal dung to produce fertilizer, fuel, electricity and gas.
House C:
The occupation of the people of this house is agriculture. These people cultivate various
crops including wheat, rice, maize, cotton and millet etc. The grain obtained from these
crops is given to animals.
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House D:
The people of this house do agriculture. These people grow a variety of vegetables including
tomatoes, onions, potatoes, cabbage and other vegetables. They also use these vegetables
themselves and share them with the locals.
House E:
The people of this house produce different kinds of fruits including mangoes, apples,
bananas, pomegranates and other fruits. These people dry these fruits and consume them in
winter.
House F:
The people of this house have built a poultry farm. They supply chicken, eggs and manure.
Social Buildings & Graveyard:
Apart from these houses, there are also social buildings in this neighborhood, including
hospitals (where people of the neighborhood are treated), mosques (where people worship
and receive religious education), schools (where people receive education), court (where
justice is provided to people) and graveyard (where dead people are buried).
COST ANALYSIS:
The following are some of the costs that may need to be considered in a cost analysis for a
sustainable community:
Materials: The cost of building materials, including insulation, roofing materials, windows,
and doors, as well as the cost of any renewable energy technologies, such as solar panels or
wind turbines.
Labor: The cost of labor, including construction workers, electricians, plumbers, and other
trades people, as well as the cost of project management and administration.
Equipment: The cost of equipment, including tools, machinery, and other equipment
required for construction and operation of the community.
Transportation: The cost of transportation, including the cost of transporting materials and
equipment to the site, as well as the cost of transporting waste to a landfill or recycling
center.
Permits and fees: The cost of any permits and fees required for the project, such as building
permits, planning permits, and environmental permits.
Financing: The cost of financing, including interest on loans, if any, and any other financing
costs.
Maintenance and repairs: The cost of maintenance and repairs, including the cost of routine
maintenance and the cost of any repairs or replacements required over time.
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Energy generation and distribution: The cost of generating and distributing energy within
the community, including the cost of renewable energy technologies, such as solar panels or
wind turbines, as well as the cost of energy-efficient appliances and systems.
The total cost of the sustainable community will depend on the specific design and the
materials and technologies used. However, a sustainable community can be a more expensive
upfront investment, but it can lead to lower long-term costs due to reduced energy use,
increased food security, and other benefits.
TIMELINE:
A timeline is an important aspect of the design and implementation of a sustainable
community. It outlines the schedule for each step of the process, including the timeline for
construction, installation of systems and equipment, and any other important milestones. A
well-designed timeline helps to ensure that the project stays on track and is completed within
a reasonable timeframe.
The following is a general outline of the timeline for designing and building a sustainable
community:
Pre-design: Research and planning, including defining the goals and objectives, selecting a
site, and performing a cost analysis. This stage could take several months.
Design: Developing the design of the homes, food production areas, water management
systems, energy generation and distribution systems, waste management systems, and any
other components of the community. This stage could take several months.
Permitting: Obtaining any necessary permits, including building permits, planning permits,
and environmental permits. This stage could take several months.
Construction: Building the homes, food production areas, water management systems,
energy generation and distribution systems, waste management systems, and any other
components of the community. This stage could take several months to several years,
depending on the size of the community and the complexity of the design.
Systems installation: Installing the energy generation and distribution systems, water
management systems, and any other systems req uired for the operation of the community.
This stage could take several months.
Occupancy: Moving into the homes and beginning to live in the community. This stage
marks the completion of the project.
This timeline is only a general outline and the specific timeline for a sustainable community
will depend on the size and complexity of the project, as well as other factors such as the
availability of materials, the local climate, and the permitting process. However, with careful
planning and efficient implementation, it is possible to build a sustainable community within
a reasonable timeframe.
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