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WHO cooling hack pairs AC at 27C with a fan to slash bills by 70
Economy
Published on 27 April 2026
The trick makes your room feel colder without freezing anyone
The World Health Organization says heatwave comfort doesn’t have to mean skyrocketing electricity bills. It recommends setting an air conditioner to 27°C and running a fan alongside it. The combo can make rooms feel about 4°C cooler and reduce cooling costs by up to 70%, especially important as hot nights disrupt the body’s ability to cool down.
- Set your AC to 27°C during hot weather
- Use a fan with the AC for a bigger cooling effect
- The method can cut electricity costs by up to 70%
- Hot nights can harm health by preventing body cooling
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