Archive · 15 Jun 2025
AC Makers to Implement New Temperature Standards Soon
The government is making new rules for air conditioners to save energy.
Companies will have to make their ACs work between 20 and 28 degrees Celsius.
They'll start doing this in a few months, just in time for the festive season.
The changes are small and won't cost customers much.
This is part of a bigger plan to use less electricity, since ACs use a lot.
Some people think it's a good idea, but others worry that it might not be cold enough for everyone.
There are stricter rules coming in the future too, which will require AC makers to invest more money.
AC manufacturers will implement new temperature standardization in three months.
The new standard, announced by the government, sets AC temperature between 20°C and 28°C.
Companies will adjust settings in new inventory for the upcoming festive season.
Experts say that the industry will not have a problem implementing the new standard.
A future, more stringent standard is proposed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) by 2027.
- Who
- Air conditioner manufacturers
- What
- AC manufacturers are implementing new temperature standards.
- When
- Implementation within the next three months, likely by the festive season.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To align with government energy efficiency goals and reduce electricity usage.
Consumer Preferences
Industry Impact
Cooling Preferences
Consumer Preferences
Some consumers prefer cooling below 20°C.
Industry Impact
Most consumers are satisfied with a minimum cooling of 20°C.
- Temperature Range
- 20°C to 28°C
- Implementation Timeframe
- Next three months
- Energy Usage by ACs
- 20% of country's total electricity demand
- Proposed BEE Standard
- By 2027
