Volume 64

Energy Consumption Landscape and Mitigation Strategies for Carbon Emissions in Biosafety Laboratories Jia Guanguan, Wang Qingqin, Fan Dongye

Abstract

Biosafety laboratories are essential facilities for life science research. To maintain the stability of internal environmental parameters such as temperature and humidity, pressure differentials, and cleanliness, their energy consumption is significantly higher than that of conventional civilian buildings. This paper summarizes biosafety laboratories’ current energy consumption status and analyzes key factors influencing their energy use, including air change rates, pressure control, airflow organization, and air treatment. Furthermore, it proposes general and specific energy-saving measures for different biosafety laboratory levels. Finally, recommendations are provided for the future construction and development of biosafety laboratories.

Keywords Biosafety laboratories, HVAC, Energy efficiency, Carbon reduction, Energy consumption