Spain Bans Starting Your AC To Save Energy

A decree released in the official state gazette on Tuesday states that Spain will ban starting your AC to save energy and cut 7-8% in gas use.

Spain is the latest European nation to strive to lower its energy use and its reliance on Russian oil and gas. Spain has announced new energy-saving measures, including limits on air conditioning and heating temperatures in public and large commercial buildings.

A decree that takes effect in seven days states that heating should not be set beyond 19°C and air conditioning should not be set below 27°C in public buildings, malls, theaters, movie theaters, train stations, and airports. To conserve energy, doors must be shut, and lights in storefront windows must be turned down after 10 p.m.

The aforementioned premises will need to have screens or signs that describe the energy-saving activities.

Spain has agreed to a 7-8% cut in gas use, while not being as dependent on Russian energy supply as many other EU nations are.

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