Australia's Air Conditioning usage statistics
Paying energy bills is no walk in the park for the average Australian. But despite concerns about the rising cost of energy, millions of Australians are still indulging in bad aircon habits, and this can leave them them with a hefty bill at the end of summer.
The aircon is on, but nobody's home
- Australians spend $688 million per year on air conditioning
- 530,000 households leave the air conditioner on when they're not home
How much are Aussies using?
- 69% of Aussies rely on their air conditioner throughout the summer months
- These Aussies keep their unit running for 6 hours per day on average
- Collectively, $55 million is spent on aircon wastage across Australia
Which state is the most reliant on their aircon?
State | Percentage of those who use air conditioning |
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SA | 83% |
VIC | 75% |
WA | 73% |
QLD | 69% |
NSW | 61% |
Which state is the most reliant on their aircon?
- South Australians are the most reliant on their aircon unit, with 83% switching it on over summer
- Just 61% of New South Wales residents use their aircon throughout the warmer months($88)
At what temperature are Aussies running their aircon?
- 22 degrees
- This is 3 degrees less than the optimal temperature of 25
How to save on cooling costs
Run your aircon economically
25 degrees is the optimal setting for cooling. You can save on your summer bill by adjusting your aircon to this temperature.
Keep the sun out
Your windows don't block out the sun's UV rays. If you want to stay cool make sure to keep your blinds and curtains closed to keep the sunlight out. As soon as the sun sets and the temperatures start to drop, open up your house to let the cooler air in.
Use a fan instead
Fans do an excellent job at cooling down a room if used strategically. Place your fan in front of an open window during the evening to suck the cool air in and if you can, try to create a cross-breeze by opening another window or door on the opposite side of the room.
Take a cold shower
Jumping in the shower is a great way to cool down instantly.Try and wet your hair, that way you'll stay cooler for longer.