Spain: By law air conditioners at 27 degrees Celsius and no less  

In an effort to reduce energy consumption

As heatwaves hit Europe and energy prices have soared, Spain is ordering by law that all air conditioners in public places are banned from operating below 27 degrees Celsius. At the same time, it makes it mandatory to close windows and doors in these buildings to save energy.

Public places are government offices, offices, shops, restaurants, theaters and cinemas, airports and railway stations.

The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, called on the citizens to adopt the decree in their homes as well, without this of course being of a mandatory nature. He also asked office workers to remove their ties…

The decree also applies to winter, where the heating must not exceed 19 degrees Celsius.

Madrid reacts, with the president of the region declaring that ” Madrid will not turn off the air conditioners. This breeds insecurity and scares away tourism and consumption .”

In France there is a similar law that also provides for a fine of €750 for those businesses that have their doors open while the air conditioning is working. In Germany and specifically in Hanover, the heating of municipal buildings will operate strictly from October 1 to March 31 and not above 20 degrees Celsius, while the use of portable air conditioners and heaters is prohibited. Only schools, hospitals and care facilities are excluded.