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		mixmastamyk on Jan 16, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Heat pumps of the 1800s are becoming the technolog... > But I agree, nothing is more infuriating than seeing the AC on and the outdoor air temperature being lower Won't cooler temps outside make the AC work more efficiently and get to the desired temp more quickly?

adgjlsfhk1 on Jan 17, 2023 [–]

yes but it still will be a lot less efficient than a window

mixmastamyk on Jan 17, 2023 | [–]

Windows help of course but often there’s not enough wind to make a difference.

adgjlsfhk1 on Jan 17, 2023 | | [–]

that's what a fan is for.

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