Several studies show that electricity consumption increases substantially in summer. So, if we do not want to take unwanted scares this summer, it is best to review certain aspects to reduce electricity consumption derived from air conditioning.
To achieve these savings there are no shortcuts: the technical characteristics of the device and the efficient use of it are the elements that we can take advantage of to reduce the power consumption of our air conditioning.
Characteristics of the air conditioning equipment
Energy classification
The energy rating can be an indicator of the consumption that our air conditioner system will have. The European Parliament established a scale from A to G, with A being the highest energy efficiency indicator and G the lowest, and the better the energy classification of the equipment, the more efficient the system will be. Therefore, it is recommended that the systems that we are going to acquire are always of a high energy rating.
An HVAC system with type A rating can reduce its consumption by up to 30% and, in addition, the technology it incorporates allows you to vary the capacity of the equipment, adjust the power to the desired temperature and operate more efficiently.
Energy consumption (Kwh)
Another indicator to consider is the annual electricity consumption expressed in kWh, data that appears on the energy label of the air conditioner system and that will indicate the average consumption of the equipment in question.
Power consumption of the air conditioning equipment
Knowing the power of the device is also essential, and in this case we must remember that the thermal power of the device is not the same as the electrical power. While the thermal power refers to the cooling capacity of the equipment, the electrical power refers to the installed electrical power. The electrical power will always be lower than the thermal power, since the first one is the real consumption and the second one is the cooling capacity of the equipment. It is important not to confuse the two.
Inverter technology
Inverter technology also influences the performance and energy consumption of the air conditioner. Inverter technology regulates the operation of the compressor and makes it work in a continuous way so that its operation is more efficient and has an impact on energy savings. Units with inverter technology achieve up to 40% energy savings compared to other units that do not have this technology.
Tips for the air conditioning usage
In order to make correct use of air conditioning, we can highlight an adequate insulation, close the blinds and windows to avoid the heat, do not leave the air on all day, maintain an average temperature between 22-24 degrees and even accompany the use of air conditioning with fans. This will promote optimum comfort in the home and reduce the electricity consumption of air conditioning.
