No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan

This article provides practical advice on how to effectively use electric fans to cool a home during heatwaves. Experts suggest keeping windows closed during the day to trap cool air and using fans to circulate air at night when outside temperatures drop.
Why it matters
As global temperatures rise, efficient and low-energy cooling methods are increasingly important for public health and energy conservation.
By Esme Stallard , Climate and science reporter and George Sandeman Published 24 minutes ago Struggling to work and sleep without air con? Your trusty electric fan could help more than you think - but only if you put it in the right place.
The article is purely informational and relies on expert advice regarding home physics without political or social bias.
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