Smart Citizens Case Study

Co-Working Space Energy Optimisation

Operator wanted to cap rising electricity costs without affecting member experience.

Written by Dr. Ashraf Nouri, Founder & CEOReviewed by Smart Citizens Technical TeamLast updated 13 June 2026 (published 15 May 2026)

Area

Dubai (anonymized)

Property

8,000 sqft co-working floor

Client

Co-working operator

Timeline

4 weeks

Challenge

Operator wanted to cap rising electricity costs without affecting member experience.

Smart Citizens solution

Smart Citizens added occupancy-aware HVAC setbacks, tunable lighting and a live energy dashboard.

Devices and systems installed

Occupancy sensors
Smart HVAC controllers
Tunable lighting
Live energy dashboard

Integration

Smart Citizens dashboard with daily operator alerts.

Outcome

Operators have a daily energy view that ties directly to occupancy.

Estimated benefit

Estimated benefit: supported lower energy spend with no impact on the member experience.

Before

Always-on HVAC and lighting across the floor.

After

Cooling and lighting follow how the space is actually used.

Frequently asked questions

+ How long does a project like this take?

Most co-working energy projects in Dubai are scoped during a free site visit. Typical timelines range from a few days for apartments to 3–6 weeks for large villas, depending on cabling and finishing trades.

+ Does this require permission from the building or developer?

For apartments we usually only need a standard NOC. For villas, retrofits typically don't need approvals. Smart Citizens handles paperwork where required.

+ Is the system controlled from one app?

Yes. All Smart Citizens-deployed devices are unified in the Smart Citizens App, with role-based access for owner, family members and staff.

+ What happens after handover?

Every project includes onboarding, a 3-year replacement warranty on Smart Citizens devices, and an optional AMC for ongoing support and tuning.

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