The 24°C Rule That the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Has Been Saying for Years
Every degree below 24°C on your AC thermostat adds roughly 6% to your electricity consumption, according to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), which operates under India's Ministry of Power. Most people set their AC to 18°C or 20°C out of habit, not comfort, the room reaches a livable temperature long before it hits those numbers, and the compressor keeps running anyway. Set the thermostat to 24°C. Add a ceiling fan to circulate the air. The combination feels cooler than 24°C still air, and your bill reflects the difference by the end of the month.
