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The Hindu
27-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Govt. unlikely to implement 20°C to 28°C AC temp range immediately: Union Environment Minister
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Friday (June 27, 2025) said the government is unlikely to implement the air conditioner temperature range of 20°C to 28°C anytime soon, and that it will be introduced gradually over time. Asked at the India Climate Summit when the new AC temperature range would be implemented, Mr. Yadav said any such situation "may arise only after 2050". "I do not think it will happen immediately; capacities will be gradually built for it over time," he said. Mr. Yadav said that achieving climate targets must be done in line with national circumstances and the CBDR-RC (Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities) principle. India's nationally determined contributions (NDCs), or national climate plan, submitted to the UN climate body, emphasise ensuring "access to energy to its people", he said. The principle of CBDR-RC means all countries must fight climate change, but developed nations should do more because they have historically contributed more emissions and have greater resources. Earlier this month, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said air conditioners in India will soon be required to operate within a fixed range of 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius, and settings below or above this limit will be prohibited. According to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), most ACs in India are currently set between 20 and 21 degrees Celsius, though the ideal comfort range is 24 to 25 degrees Celsius. BEE recommends setting air conditioners at 24 to 25 degrees Celsius to balance comfort and energy use. It says that keeping the temperature too low, around 20 to 21 degrees Celsius, wastes electricity. The agency also says that raising the AC temperature by just 1 degree can save about 6% of electricity. Increasing it from 20 degrees Celsius to 24 degrees Celsius could lead to energy savings of up to 24%. India adds 10-15 million new ACs annually, with another 130–150 million expected over the next decade. Without policy intervention, ACs alone could drive 120 GW of peak power demand by 2030 and 180 GW by 2035, nearly 30% of the projected totals, according to a recent study by India Energy and Climate Center (IECC) at University of California (UC) Berkeley. The study says the fastest-developing major economy can avoid severe power shortages and save consumers up to ₹2.2 lakh crore ($26 billion) by doubling the energy efficiency of room ACs over the next 10 years. In the summer of 2024, room air conditioner sales surged by 40% to 50% year-on-year amid record-breaking temperatures. The share of the household sector in India's total electricity consumption increased from 22% in 2012-13 to 25% in 2022-23. Much of this rise can be attributed to economic growth and the increasing need for cooling due to rising temperatures, experts say. According to an ongoing research at the Oxford India Centre for Sustainable Development at the University of Oxford, in a world two degrees Celsius warmer than pre-industrial times, the largest cooling demand, in terms of total population, will come from India, followed by China, Nigeria, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil, the Philippines, and the U.S.
New Indian Express
27-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Govt unlikely to implement 20 to 28 degrees AC temp range immediately: Union environment minister
NEW DELHI: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Friday said the government is unlikely to implement the air conditioner temperature range of 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius anytime soon and that it will be introduced gradually over time. Asked at the India Climate Summit when the new AC temperature range would be implemented, Yadav said any such situation "may arise only after 2050". "I do not think it will happen immediately; capacities will be gradually built for it over time," he said. Yadav said that achieving climate targets must be done in line with national circumstances and the CBDR-RC (Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities) principle. India's nationally determined contributions (NDCs), or national climate plan, submitted to the UN climate body, emphasise ensuring "access to energy to its people", he said. The principle of CBDR-RC means all countries must fight climate change, but developed nations should do more because they have historically contributed more emissions and have greater resources. Earlier this month, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said air conditioners in India will soon be required to operate within a fixed range of 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius, and settings below or above this limit will be prohibited.
News18
27-06-2025
- Climate
- News18
When Will 20–28°C AC Norms Be Implemented? Union Minister Says ‘Situation May Arise…'
Last Updated: Earlier this month, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar had announced new provisions to standardise air conditioning temperatures across India. The government is unlikely to implement the fixation of air conditioner temperature between 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius anytime soon, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav clarified on Friday, adding that the move will roll out gradually with time. The Minister said that such a situation 'may arise only after 2050". His remarks came while answering a query at the India Climate Summit about when the new AC temperature range would be implemented in the country. His clarification came after Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced earlier this month new provisions to soon standardise air conditioning temperatures across the country, according to which, the operational range for ACs will fall between 20°C and 28°C. 'A new provision is being implemented soon regarding air conditioning standards. The temperature standardisation for ACs will be set between 20°C to 28°C, which means we will not be able to cool below 20°C or heat above 28°C," Khattar had said then, describing the decision a bold step towards energy efficiency. 'I do not think it will happen immediately; capacities will be gradually built for it over time," Bhupender Yadav said today. Yadav said that meeting climate goals should take into account each country's specific situation and follow the principle of Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC). The principle of CBDR-RC means that while all countries must take action to fight climate change, developed countries should take on a bigger share of the responsibility because they have caused more pollution in the past and have more money and resources to deal with the problem. According to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), most of the ACs operating in India are currently set between 20 and 21 degrees Celsius, even though the ideal range of comfort is 24 to 25 degrees Celsius. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) suggests setting air conditioners at 24 to 25 degrees Celsius to maintain comfort while saving energy. It warns that setting the temperature too low, like 20 to 21 degrees Celsius, uses unnecessary electricity. The agency also says that raising the AC temperature by just 1 degree can save around 6% of electricity. So, increasing it from 20 to 24 degrees Celsius could save up to 24% energy. (With PTI inputs) First Published:
Hindustan Times
27-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
‘Maybe After 2050': No immediate plan to enforce 20–28°C AC temperature limit, says Bhupender Yadav
Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav on Friday indicated that the government is not likely to enforce the air conditioner temperature range of '20 to 28 degrees Celsius' in the near future, adding that such a move would be introduced gradually, possibly 'may arise only after 2050.' Adjusting the setting from 20°C to 24°C could potentially save up to 24% of energy.(Bloomberg) Responding to a question at the India Climate Summit about when the new AC temperature norms would be implemented, Yadav stated, 'I do not think it will happen immediately; capacities will be gradually built for it over time.' He further stressed that India's climate goals should be pursued in alignment with its national context and the principle of CBDR-RC (Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities). Yadav also pointed out that India's nationally determined contributions (NDCs) submitted to the UN climate body prioritise the goal of 'access to energy for its people.' The CBDR-RC principle underscores that while all nations share the responsibility to tackle climate change, developed countries should shoulder a greater share due to their historical emissions and superior financial and technological capacity. Why was the cap proposed in the first place? The primary reason behind this proposed regulation is to curb electricity consumption, particularly during the peak summer season when demand surges. Earlier this month, Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced that air conditioners in India may soon be required to operate within a fixed temperature range of 20°C to 28°C, with settings outside this limit being prohibited. The move is aimed at conserving electricity and managing the country's growing energy demand. According to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), most ACs in India are typically set between 20°C and 21°C, though the ideal comfort range is actually 24°C to 25°C. BEE recommends setting ACs within this range to ensure a balance between comfort and energy efficiency. How many units can be saved by a 1°C increase in AC temperature? Many households and commercial buildings set their air conditioners to extremely low temperatures, sometimes as low as 16°C, placing a heavy burden on the power grid. The agency states that raising the AC temperature by just 1°C can result in about 6% electricity savings. Therefore, adjusting the setting from 20°C to 24°C could potentially save up to 24% of energy. Pankaj Agarwal, a senior official from the Ministry of Power, Housing, and Urban Affairs, noted that air conditioners contribute to about 50 gigawatts of electricity usage – roughly 20% of the country's peak power demand. 'Studies show that every 1°C increase in AC temperature cuts energy use by 6%. That means if everyone sets their ACs just 1 degree higher, we can save about 3 gigawatts of power during peak times,' Bloomberg quoted Agarwal as saying. With India currently housing around 100 million air conditioners and about 15 million new units being added each year, even minor adjustments in temperature settings could result in significant energy savings.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Govt unlikely to implement 20 to 28 deg C AC temp range immediately: Union environment minister
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Friday said the government is unlikely to implement the air conditioner temperature range of 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius anytime soon and that it will be introduced gradually over time. Asked at the India Climate Summit when the new AC temperature range would be implemented, Yadav said any such situation "may arise only after 2050". "I do not think it will happen immediately; capacities will be gradually built for it over time," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Don't Pay Full Price for 2025's Top Games! Shop Now Undo Yadav said that achieving climate targets must be done in line with national circumstances and the CBDR-RC Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities) principle. India's nationally determined contributions (NDCs), or national climate plan, submitted to the UN climate body, emphasize ensuring "access to energy to its people", he said. Live Events The principle of CBDR-RC (Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities) means all countries must fight climate change, but developed nations should do more because they have historically contributed more emissions and have greater resources. Earlier this month, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said air conditioners in India will soon be required to operate within a fixed range of 20 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius, and settings below or above this limit will be prohibited. According to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), most ACs in India are currently set between 20 and 21 degrees Celsius, though the ideal comfort range is 24 to 25 degrees Celsius. BEE recommends setting air conditioners at 24 to 25 degrees Celsius to balance comfort and energy use. It says that keeping the temperature too low, around 20 to 21 degrees Celsius, wastes electricity. The agency also says that raising the AC temperature by just 1 degree can save about 6 per cent of electricity. Increasing it from 20 degrees Celsius to 24 degrees Celsius could lead to energy savings of up to 24 per cent.
