CEREN AYDIN

Modeling the Reference Energy System of Gedik Vocational School for Energy Transition Planning

Abstract

In a previous study, the existing energy infrastructure of Gedik Vocational School (MYO) was analyzed using the Reference Energy System (RES) approach, in which energy flows, transformation technologies, and final energy carriers were examined schematically. Building upon this foundation, the current study advances the analysis by developing a RES-based model of Gedik MYO’s energy system.

Within the scope of this modeling effort, energy supply and demand processes are simulated in detail, and the current system’s performance is quantitatively assessed through scenario analysis. Additionally, various scenarios are explored, including the integration of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency strategies, and system optimization approaches. The model aims not only to assess the present system but also to identify opportunities for improvement in terms of sustainability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

This study ultimately seeks to develop a sustainable and efficient energy management plan for Gedik MYO. The findings aim to contribute concretely to the institution’s energy transition efforts and to offer a replicable model for other educational institutions of similar scale.

Biography

Ceren Aydın is currently a lecturer at Istanbul Gedik University, specializing in the fields of energy systems engineering and mechanical engineering. She pursued her undergraduate studies in Energy Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Business Administration, and holds master’s degrees in Energy Systems Engineering and Business Administration. She is continuing her academic work through a Ph.D. program in Mechanical Engineering.
Her research covers various areas of energy, including energy efficiency, sustainable energy management, renewable energy technologies, and energy conversion systems. Focusing on the holistic structure of energy systems, Aydın has participated in research projects related to the use of phase change materials and heat pipes in the cooling of electronic devices, and has produced academic publications on energy transition, carbon footprint reduction, and the integration of renewable energy sources. In addition, she serves as a member of the organizing committee for the Energy Transition and Sustainability Conference and as a board member of the Energy Technologies Application and Research Center at Istanbul Gedik University. She continues her academic studies and applied projects in the energy field, constantly seeking to further develop her expertise in this area.