Implementation of measures of energy savings in school buildings

The present work analyses electric power use and consumer habits in educational buildings. We based our study in the University of Guadalajara Architecture Building. Some drawing classrooms were diagnosed in order to propose energy saving alternatives. The purpose was to consider natural lighting conditions for adequate design spaces. Original window proportions used for lighting did not correspond to spatial and visual requirements of classrooms. We suggest reconsidering environmental design elements, extending the surface of windows, implementing architectural elements especially designed for natural lighting both in quantity and quality and using clear colors over wall and ceiling surfaces. Natural lighting would increase if surfaces of openings were also increased. The high levels of visual requirements for drawing activities would be covered with a minimal use of electric energy lighting during daytime. We append some graphic and photographic diagnostic of the studied areas as well as analytic conclusions derived from the energy savings that can be obtained after implementing the recommended measures. Finally, this must be considered as a perfectibility study and potential savings would only be possible if recommendations are adequately implemented, and look for the students' comfort and quality lighting