This paper explores artificial intelligence's (AI) transformative potential in optimizing energy management within buildings, aligning with environmental objectives and sustainable practices. AI-based methodologies are pivotal in identifying inefficiencies, forecasting future energy requirements, and mitigating energy wastage. Adopting AI-driven energy management systems enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and contributes to a decreased building environmental footprint. Furthermore, AI empowers buildings to actively participate in energy markets by accurately predicting real-time supply and demand without operational disruption.
The study delves into various AI applications, including energy prediction, optimization, fault detection and diagnosis (FDD), and real-world implementations. Notably, AI's role in fault detection and diagnostics is highlighted, emphasizing its substantial contribution to diagnostic precision. Specific numerical outcomes from reviewed studies underscore the tangible impact of AI techniques. Predictive control powered by AI achieved a remarkable 20% reduction in heating energy without compromising comfort. Additionally, smart home energy management algorithms demonstrated a notable 22.63% decrease in electricity costs and a 22.77% reduction in the peak-to-average ratio. These concrete figures underscore the practical success of AI techniques in significantly reducing energy consumption.
This review affirms the transformative potential of AI in building energy management. Including specific numerical values from empirical studies adds a quantitative dimension to the discussion, providing clear evidence of the positive impact of AI on energy efficiency.