Development of optimum energy use model for a petrol station: a case study of selected Libya Oil Kenya Limited petrol stations in Nairobi

Abstract

The objective of this study was to determine energy consumption trends for petrol stations and hence develop an optimum energy use model and identify energy saving opportunities. Three Libya Oil Limited petrol stations located in Buruburu, Pangani and Ngong road were used as case study. Energy consumption data in the petrol stations was collected and analyzed using pie charts, regression graphs and cumulative sum of difference criteria. An optimum energy use model was developed and its evident from the model that energy consumption is directly related to sales volume. The model has fixed element contributed by non-fuel related energy consumers namely lighting and compressed air system. Further analysis of energy consumption at the petrol station using cumulative sum of difference criteria has revealed that effective energy saving measures are not used.