Renewable Energy 100% University Initiative with Electricity Consumption Analysis

This paper outlines the initiative of the Chiba University of Commerce (CUC) to become a renewable energy 100% university. The university's approach focuses on sustainability and energy management, including the implementation of an Energy Management System (EMS) to monitor and optimize energy consumption. By analyzing usage patterns and identifying opportunities for conservation, the university has made significant strides toward its sustainability goals. Key milestones in this initiative include the establishment of the Noda Mega-Solar Farm and various student-led energy conservation projects. The use of multiple regression analysis on EMS data reveals factors that impact electricity consumption, such as class schedules, weather conditions, and building usage.