Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : With air conditioners running nearly 24/7 for many households due to the 40°C heat during the day, and very little relief at night, there is increased strain on energy resources. This results in all time high electricity costs largely due to increased AC usage during summer.
Governments Might Have A Better Approach: Raising AC Temperatures
To sidestep this issue, the Indian government is advising citizens to set higher temperature limits on their AC’s cooling capacity. The BEE states that even a theoretical increase of one degree could allow for measurable energy savings.
What Bureau of Energy Efficiency Order for Air Conditioners
BEE observes that while most air conditioners are set at 20–21°C, their relaxation range is at 24–25°C, which is where they prefer to stay. Routing electricity usage from 20 degrees to 24 may decrease electricity consuming by nearly a quarter. Even a single degree shift is estimated to reduce energy consumption by nearly 6%.
Expected Results of Changing Air Conditioning Settings
| Temperature Setting | Estimated Power Savings | Impact on Bills |
|---|---|---|
| +1°C | ~6% | Lower monthly bills |
| 20°C to 24°C | ~24% | Noticeable reduction |
| National Adoption (50%) | 10–20 billion units saved | ₹5,000–10,000 crore/year saved |
| CO₂ Emissions Reduced | 8.2 million tonnes/year | Cleaner environment |
The Reason For Why Increasing Power Saving Temperature Helps
The modern AC system features room coolers that are more effective with higher power settings. The controller "stops" at a specific temperature, which is referred to as the throttle region (less power required). If it is set at 26°C and used for 8 hours, it is estimated that the compressor runs for at least 5 hours, assuming windows and doors are closed.
Slashed National Spending From Listener Engagement
An approximate estimate states that if a large portion of India's ACs users adopted this habit, it can save up toward 10 billion units of electricity each year while also reducing the country's carbon emissions significantly. Financially, this can lead to savings of approximately ₹5000 crores.
Defeat The Energy Saving Gap
This minor adjustment could further help lower energy spending at the household level while aiding draw their spread toward the country’s sustainability efforts.
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