With the arrival of summer and the increase in temperatures, many Italians are looking for solutions to manage their home air conditioning. But as the finger moves towards the air conditioner button, many are asking themselves: “How much will this relief cost us?” Not only in the bill, but also in terms of environmental impact. These tireless allies against the heat turn out to be among the most voracious consumers of energy in our homes: an air conditioner devours on average around 400 kWh per year. In response, the government has introduced the 2024 air conditioning bonus, which offers tax deductions for the purchase of energy-efficient air conditioners, thus encouraging more sustainable choices.
From consumption to savings: tax breaks for efficient air conditioners
Summer bills can add up considerably, creating financial difficulties for many families, especially low-income families. The consumption of an air conditioner can indeed significantly impact the family budget, making thermal comfort a luxury for a few. To address this problem and make efficient air conditioning more accessible, various support measures have been put in place in the form of tax deductions.
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The said “air conditioning bonus” This is not really a specific advantage, but a informal term for various tax deductions applicable to the purchase and installation of air conditioners. These deductions vary depending on the purchase context and the type of intervention carried out.
One of the main advantages is the ecobonuswhich offers tax deductions of up to 65% for the purchase and installation of high-efficiency heat pump systems. These devices, which can be used for both cooling in summer and heating in winter, not only optimize the use of space and resources, but also contribute to a significant reduction in annual energy consumption, thus reducing the burden on bills.
As part of the 2024 air conditioning bonus, it is also possible to take advantage of the renovation bonus at 50%, applicable if the purchase of the air conditioner is part of a larger building renovation project. In addition, for those who are renovating their home, the mobile bonuses offers an additional savings opportunity, with a 50% deduction on a maximum expenditure of 8,000 euros for 2024, also applicable to the purchase of air conditioners if they are considered household appliances as part of a home renovation.
How to get tax deductions and bonuses for efficient air conditioners
Rethinking Air Conditioning in the Age of Climate Change
While Italy is focusing on tax incentives, such as the air conditioning bonus, to promote energy efficiency and reduce this consumption, other European cities are experimenting with innovative approaches aimed at eliminating or drastically reducing the use of conventional air conditioning.
Barcelona, for example, has implemented the “Districlima” system, which exploits the cold waters of the Mediterranean to cool buildings through a network of underground pipes. This system eliminates the need for individual devices, each of which could consume between 0.7 and 2.5 kWh per day, thus significantly reducing urban energy consumption.
In Fribourg, the The Vauban district is a brilliant example of passive construction. The buildings, designed with insulating materials, high-performance windows and advanced ventilation systems, maintain comfortable temperatures year-round without conventional air conditioning. This approach reduces energy costs by up to 90% compared to standard buildings.
Clean air, light bills: how to reduce air conditioning consumption
For those looking for immediate solutions to reduce the energy expenditure of their air conditioner, ENEA provides valuable practical advice.
- Choose air conditioners with an energy class higher than Apreferably A+++, to save up to 30 to 40% energy.
- Clean the air conditioner regularlyincluding filters and fans, reduce average daily consumption.
- Position the air conditioner at the top of the wallavoiding placing it behind sofas or curtains.
- Maintain internal temperature between 24°C and 26°Cwithout excessive cooling.
- Using the dehumidification function to improve comfort.
- Install an appropriate appliance for each room instead of a single powerful device.
- Keep doors and windows closed while the air conditioner is running.
- Thermally insulate pipes from the refrigeration circuit to the outside.
- Use the timer and the “night” function to optimize use.
