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    Energy Efficiency Assessment in Small Manufacturing Processes in Mongolia:
    (GMIT, Nalaikh, 2026-06-20) Tsogzolmaa E.; Supervisor 1st. Bolormaa P, Prof. Dr.; Supervisor 2nd, Dorjsundui G, Mr
    Energy efficiency matters for small manufacturing enterprises because it affects production costs, electricity use, and overall operational performance. In Mongolia, this issue is becoming more important due to rising electricity costs, supply reliability concerns, and limited use of energy management practices in small and medium-sized enterprises. This thesis examines the energy efficiency of a chips factory in Mongolia through a case study approach. The study uses one year of factory data from 2025, including electricity consumption, production output, raw material input, and equipment information. Interviews with factory staff were also conducted to understand factory operations and possible improvement opportunities better. The analysis focused on electricity consumption, energy intensity, electricity cost per package, and the distribution of electricity use across different processes. A time-of-use tariff scenario was also evaluated to examine possible cost savings. The results show that electricity consumption increased in high-production months, indicating a strong production–energy relationship; however, changes in energy intensity reveal whether efficiency improved or deteriorated. Energy intensity became less efficient during low-production periods. The study also found that most electricity was used in the main production processes and supporting systems. In addition, the time-of-use tariff analysis suggests that some cost savings may be possible with better production scheduling. Overall, the study concludes that energy efficiency in the selected factory can be improved not only through technical changes, but also through practical actions such as better monitoring, maintenance, and scheduling. The findings may also be useful for other small manufacturing enterprises in Mongolia.