Fans use less energy than air conditioners

Modern fans are more energy efficient than ever and use about 1% of the electricity an air conditioner uses.

Fans use about 1% of the electricity an air conditioner uses and zero planet-heating refrigerants. When it's humid, fans can be especially effective in beating the heat. Here is a list of best window, tower, ceiling, oscillating, bedroom, and budget fans.

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