Efficient air-conditioner setting during a heatwave
For Australian household efficiency, government advice suggests setting air conditioning around 25–27°C in summer where comfortable and safe; using fans and shading can reduce running costs.
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- For Australian household efficiency, government advice suggests setting air conditioning around 25–27°C in summer where comfortable and safe; using fans and shading can reduce running costs.
- During extreme heat, health and the needs of children, older people and medically vulnerable occupants take precedence over that efficiency setting.
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During extreme heat, health and the needs of children, older people and medically vulnerable occupants take precedence over that efficiency setting.
Frequently asked questions
What should readers understand about efficient air-conditioner setting during a heatwave?
For Australian household efficiency, government advice suggests setting air conditioning around 25–27°C in summer where comfortable and safe; using fans and shading can reduce running costs.
What other option could work for efficient air-conditioner setting during a heatwave?
During extreme heat, health and the needs of children, older people and medically vulnerable occupants take precedence over that efficiency setting.
What should readers understand about efficient air-conditioner setting during a heatwave (part 3)?
25–27°C is efficient guidance, not a universal medical target during extreme heat.
What should readers understand about efficient air-conditioner setting during a heatwave (part 4)?
25–27°C is efficient guidance, not a universal medical target during extreme heat.