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Cyprus leads Europe in air conditioning energy consumption at 16% of households

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Cyprus ranked first in the European Union for household energy consumption dedicated to air conditioning in 2024, according to Eurostat data released on July 8, 2026.
The island accounted for 16% of its total household energy use for cooling purposes.
Eurostat indicated that energy consumption for cooling has generally increased yearly from 2018 to 2024, except for declines in 2020 and 2023.
This trend highlights the increasing influence of rising temperatures on energy demand in Cyprus.

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According to Eurostat data released on July 8, 2026, Cyprus has emerged as the leading country in the European Union for household energy consumption used for air conditioning and cooling in 2024. The figures indicate that 16% of domestic energy in Cyprus is dedicated to cooling, highlighting a significant trend linked to rising temperatures and increased reliance on air conditioning systems.

The report noted that household energy consumption for cooling in Cyprus has been on the rise annually from 2018 to 2024, with the exceptions of 2020 and 2023, which saw slight decreases of 2.5% and 1.9%, respectively. This trend reflects not only changing weather patterns but also a growing demand for cooling solutions among residents. The data underscores the challenges faced by Cyprus in managing energy consumption as climate change continues to influence temperature extremes across the region.

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