New Energy Rating Norms to Push up AC Prices

The energy rating table for air conditioners in India changed beginning on July 1, 2022, tightening ratings by one level, thereby making existing product lines one star lower than they previously were. Therefore, a 5-star air conditioner purchased this summer will now fall into the 4-star category and so on, with much higher energy efficiency guidelines now outlined for 5-star models. Industry sources believe that this change will push up air conditioner prices by 7 to 10%, primarily due to the higher cost of production.