Singapore Explores Alternative Cooling to Curb Heavy Energy Use

Singapore explores innovative cooling alternatives to curb its heavy reliance on energy-hungry air conditioning.

Singapore is seeking alternative cooling technologies to reduce its heavy dependence on traditional air conditioning. The nation currently holds the highest per-capita rate of residential air conditioner ownership in Southeast Asia. Officials and innovators are experimenting with methods like chilled beams to lower energy consumption.

• The scaleApproximately 99% of private homes in the city-state possess air conditioning units.
• The methodsEngineers are testing chilled beams and passive displacement to lower indoor temperatures efficiently.