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Southeast Asia offices become uncomfortably hot as governments raise AC setpoints to save energy.
A severe heatwave across Southeast Asia is making office environments uncomfortably hot as governments enforce energy-saving measures amid global energy shortages.
Countries including Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Indonesia have raised air conditioning setpoints to 24–27°C to conserve power, prompting complaints from workers who find offices hotter than nearby stores.
Traditional clothing is being promoted to help cope with the heat.
Experts warn of a dual threat to food and energy security if conditions persist, though current measures may improve long-term resilience.
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Las oficinas del sudeste asiático se vuelven incómodamente calientes a medida que los gobiernos aumentan los puntos de ajuste de AC para ahorrar energía.