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ABSTRACT

This project presents the development of a Smart Energy-Saving Timer-Thermostat System for Pantry Water Dispensers, an automated control mechanism specifically designed to reduce electrical energy consumption in commonly used water dispensers found in offices, schools, households, and commercial pantry spaces. Most water dispensers operate continuously throughout the day without proper scheduling or temperature regulation, even during periods of low or zero user activity. This situation leads to unnecessary energy wastage, increased operational costs, and accelerated wear of heating and cooling components. Therefore, the development of this smart control system serves as a sustainable technological solution to address these issues. In this project, a programmable digital timer is integrated with a smart thermostat, driven by a microcontroller, to regulate heating and cooling cycles automatically according to predetermined schedules and temperature settings. The system utilizes high-precision temperature sensors to monitor water conditions in real time and activates or deactivates heating and cooling elements based on optimal operating parameters. This smart approach ensures that the dispenser operates efficiently, especially by minimizing energy usage during non-critical periods such as nighttime, weekends, and times when the facility is not occupied. Additionally, the implementation of this smart control system not only contributes to substantial energy savings but also reduces thermal stress on electrical components, thus extending the operational lifespan of the dispenser. Performance tests indicate a consistent reduction in overall energy consumption when compared to conventional, continuously running water dispensers. The findings also highlight the potential of this system to promote green technology awareness and encourage more structured energy management practices in various types of facilities. The project demonstrates that integrating a smart timer-thermostat into pantry water dispensers is an innovative, practical, and cost-effective approach to optimizing daily appliance operations. It supports broader efforts toward reducing energy waste while enhancing the electrical efficiency of commonly used equipment.