Upgrade Buildings to Higher Energy Efficiency
RMUTL has initiated practical improvements to existing university buildings through smart energy control technologies. On July 16, 2025, RMUTL Chiang Rai Campus installed 18 Tuya Smart Switch devices in its administrative building as part of a pilot energy conservation project.
The system supports remote electrical control, scheduled equipment operation, and electricity monitoring. Together with plans to expand the approach to other buildings, the project demonstrates practical progress toward more efficient management of existing university facilities.
Smart Energy Control in Existing Buildings
RMUTL recognizes that improving the energy performance of existing buildings requires both technical upgrades and more effective operational management.
At Chiang Rai Campus, electrical engineering students participated in installing 18 smart switches within the administrative building.
The devices provide functions that enable building users and facility managers to monitor and manage electricity consumption more effectively.
Remote control and scheduled switching can help reduce unnecessary operation of lighting and electrical equipment. Monitoring capabilities can also support the identification of patterns of electricity consumption.
The installation demonstrated the practical application of digital technologies to campus energy management while providing students with hands-on engineering experience.
Plans for Further Building Improvements
The university reported plans to extend the smart control approach to additional campus buildings.
The pilot provides an initial technical model that may be adapted to other facilities according to their operational requirements and energy consumption characteristics.
The university’s 2025 building renovation and construction policy also provides broader institutional guidance for improving energy efficiency through future infrastructure development.
Contributions and Expected Benefits
The documented achievement is the installation of 18 smart control devices in an existing university building.
The project provides opportunities to reduce avoidable electricity use, improve operational control, and develop a more data-informed approach to facility management.
Actual energy savings will require a comparison of electricity consumption before and after implementation.
Summary of Activities and Impacts
| Activity / Event | Promoted Theme | Stakeholders / Participants | Timeframe / The Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Energy Conservation Room Pilot | Digital electricity monitoring and control | RMUTL Chiang Rai Campus, electrical engineering students, facility users | July 16, 2025 — Installed 18 smart switches to improve electrical equipment management |
| Planned expansion of smart energy controls | Building energy upgrades and improved operational efficiency | Campus administration and facility management units | From 2025 — Established a pilot for potential expansion; additional installations require confirmation |
| Building renovation and energy conservation policy | Energy-efficient refurbishment and facility development | RMUTL administration and infrastructure units | April 2025 onward — Provides institutional guidance for future building improvements |