Times are tough, prices are up, but at least your aircond bill doesn’t have to be.
With Malaysia’s unpredictable weather swinging from blazing heat to humid thunderstorms, the aircond has become a non-negotiable necessity in almost every home.
But here’s the thing: the way most of us use it might be costing us more than we realise.
Why Malaysians are blasting their airconds too low
We’ve all done it, after a long, sweaty day, the first thing most Malaysians do is crank the aircond to the lowest setting, thinking it’ll cool the room faster.
But according to Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), this habit might be:
- Wasting energy: Your aircond has to work twice as hard, driving up electricity costs.
- Making you uncomfortable: A freezing room might feel shiok for five minutes, but it can quickly get too cold for comfort.
- Affecting your health: Extremely low temperatures can lead to dry skin or even make you more prone to catching a cold.
So, if blasting your aircond isn’t the answer, what is?
The ideal temperature, according to TNB
TNB recently shared the sweet spot for aircond settings and it’s not the icy-cold temperatures most of us are used to.
To keep your home cool, you don’t necessarily need the lowest temperature. Set your aircond between 24°C and 26°C for comfort and energy efficiency,” TNB explained.
This range keeps your room cool and comfortable without making your electricity bill spiral out of control.
Why 24°C–26°C makes sense
So, what makes this temperature range the magic number? TNB says it helps you:
- Stay comfortable: No more shivering under a blanket indoors while it’s blazing hot outside.
- Save on electricity: A slightly higher setting means your aircond doesn’t have to work overtime, cutting down your monthly bill.
- Go green: Using less energy isn’t just good for your wallet, it’s better for the environment too.
The takeaway
At the end of the day:
- You don’t need 16°C to feel comfortable.
- You don’t need sky-high bills every month.
Just a simple change to 24°C–26°C could make a big difference for your wallet, your comfort, and even the planet.
So the next time you reach for the aircond remote, remember: colder isn’t always better.
