ENEA Advises Energy‑Saving Summer Cooling Strategies in Italy

Italy’s National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA) issued a set of measures to curb electricity use during the summer heat. The guidelines prioritize passive cooling – shielding windows, using natural ventilation, and placing indoor plants to lower temperature and humidity – before resorting to fans and, as a last step, air‑conditioners. ENEA also stresses regular maintenance of cooling units, noting that neglected systems can consume up to 30% more electricity.

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