https://indianmasterminds.com

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

No Immediate Plan to Regulate AC Temperatures: Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav Clarifies, Says 20–28°C Cap May Be Considered Only After 2050

Public Free to Set AC Temperature for Now; Government May Consider Policy Post-2050
Indian Masterminds Stories

New Delhi: Amid growing speculation that the central government may soon mandate air conditioner temperature settings between 20°C and 28°C, Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav has clarified that no such rule is being implemented at present. Speaking at the India Climate Summit (ICS) 2025, the minister dismissed any imminent enforcement, suggesting that such measures may only be considered after 2050.

Current Freedom Maintained for AC Users

Yadav stated that there is no plan to restrict AC temperature settings in the near future and that the general public will continue to have complete freedom to adjust their air conditioners as per their preference.

When asked about the timeline for such regulation, Yadav responded, “Such a situation can come only after 2050.” He further emphasized that any move toward temperature regulation must be gradual and based on national capacity.

Union Minister Manohar Lal’s Earlier Statement Sparked Speculation

Earlier this month, Union Minister Manohar Lal had stated that ACs in India will soon operate only between 20°C to 28°C and that such a rule would be made mandatory. The statement raised concerns among the public amid extremely high summer temperatures and a surge in power consumption across India.

Environment Minister Urges Equitable Climate Responsibility

Yadav also reiterated India’s commitment to the Common But Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC) principle. He said that developed countries bear greater historical responsibility for emissions and thus should lead climate action.

India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), submitted to the UN climate body, aim to balance energy access with sustainable development, Yadav said, highlighting the importance of aligning national goals with global environmental targets.

BEE Recommends 24–25°C for Energy Savings

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has recommended that ACs be set at 24 to 25 degrees Celsius, arguing that most people currently use ACs at 20–21°C—well below the ideal comfort range. According to BEE:

  • Raising the temperature by just 1°C can save around 6% in electricity consumption.
  • Increasing it from 20°C to 24°C can result in up to 24% energy savings.
  • IECC Study Highlights Massive AC Growth in India
  • A study by the India Energy and Climate Center (IECC) at UC Berkeley warned of explosive growth in AC usage:
  • India is installing 1 to 1.5 crore new ACs every year.
  • Over the next decade, 13 to 15 crore ACs could be added.

Without efficiency measures, ACs could contribute 120 GW of peak power demand by 2030, rising to 180 GW by 2035—nearly 30% of India’s total projected power demand.

The study also noted that by doubling room AC energy efficiency, India could avoid severe power shortages and save consumers ₹2.2 lakh crore (approx. $26 billion) over the next 10 years.

In Summary

  • No AC temperature cap will be enforced in the near future.
  • Policy may be considered post-2050, as per Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav.
  • Public has complete freedom to set ACs as desired for now.
  • Long-term climate strategy will be based on national capability and international equity.


Indian Masterminds Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Related Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
NEWS
Run for Cyber Awareness Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Flags Off 'Run for Cyber Awareness' to Combat Rising Cybercrime
Model Youth Gram Sabha
Nationwide Launch of Model Youth Gram Sabha — Students to Experience Real Panchayat Roles
BEML Limited
BEML Unveils Next-Gen Maritime Solutions at India Maritime Week 2025, Expanding into Shipbuilding and Dredging
Yogi Government
Yogi Government Strengthens Industry Linkages for ITI Students to Achieve One Trillion-Dollar Economy Goal
UP sugarcane price hike 2025–26
UP Sugarcane Farmers to Receive ₹400 per Quintal for Early Varieties, ₹390 for Normal in 2025–26, Highest Since 2017
SECI
SECI Awards 300 MW Solar Power Project with Integrated Energy Storage as Part of National Grid Expansion
Coal India Q2 FY26 results
Coal India Q2 FY26 Results: Net Profit Falls 31%, EBITDA Margin Contracts, Interim Dividend ₹10.25 Announced
NSIC_pays_dividend_
NSIC Pays ₹43.89 Crore Dividend to Government; Reports 15.6% PAT Growth in FY 2024-25
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
IAS Gokul S
Meet IAS Gokul S — The Officer Who Turned Disability into Determination | Video Interview 
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-23 at 10.40
Everybody Needs To Know What Is Transpiring Behind Closed Doors Of Courts
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-19 at 12.23
UPSC Journey Should Be Enjoyable, Not Cumbersome
ADVERTISEMENT
UPSC Stories
IAS Gokul S
Meet IAS Gokul S — The Officer Who Turned Disability into Determination | Video Interview 
Visually impaired IAS officer Gokul S turned his challenges into change, empowering hundreds through...
Parmeshwar Chaudhary RAS
From Taunts to Triumph: How Farmer’s Son Parmeshwar Chaudhary Rose from Lab Assistant to SDM, Securing Rank 3 in RAS 2023
Parmeshwar, once taunted over his SI selection, has scripted a stunning success—securing Rank 3 in RAS...
IAS Rupal Rana UPSC
How Rupal Rana Cracked UPSC CSE 2023 with AIR 26 After Four Attempts
UPSC Topper Rupal Rana secured AIR 26 in 2023 after four attempts. Learn her preparation strategy, booklist,...
Social Media
Tenzin Yangki IPS Arunachal
Historic First: Who Is Tenzin Yangki, Arunachal Pradesh’s First Woman to Join IPS? Anand Mahindra Hails Her
She secured an impressive 545th rank in the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination - 2022.
IFS Parveen Kaswan
Heartbreak by the River: 15-Day-Old Elephant Calf Rejected by Mother, Rescued by IFS Parveen Kaswan and His Team
Jaldapra, West Bengal: In a moving incident that tugs at the heart, a 15-day-old elephant calf was rescued...
Ashwini Bhide IAS and Anand Mahindra
Who Is IAS Ashwini Bhide, Hailed as a Role Model for Mumbai Metro Transformation by Anand Mahindra?
From heritage to high-tech: Bhide’s leadership in Metro Line 3 earns public praise and admiration
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Latest
Run for Cyber Awareness Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Flags Off 'Run for Cyber Awareness' to Combat Rising Cybercrime
Model Youth Gram Sabha
Nationwide Launch of Model Youth Gram Sabha — Students to Experience Real Panchayat Roles
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
IAS Gokul S
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-23 at 10.40
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-19 at 12.23
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT