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Philippines Mulls Shorter Work Week, Less Air-Con to Save Energy

March 6, 2026 at 01:06 AM
By Neil Jerome Morales
Philippines Mulls Shorter Work Week, Less Air-Con to Save Energy
The Philippines is looking at ways to save on energy as tensions in the Middle East push global fuel costs higher, with the government suggesting people use their air conditioners less and shy away from non-essential travel.

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The Philippines is looking at ways to save on energy as tensions in the Middle East push global fuel costs higher, with the government suggesting peop The Philippines is looking at ways to save on energy as tensions in the Middle East push global fuel costs higher, with the government suggesting peop Monitor developments in Philippines for further updates.

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The Philippines is looking at ways to save on energy as tensions in the Middle East push global fuel

The Philippines is looking at ways to save on energy as tensions in the Middle East push global fuel costs higher, with the government suggesting people use their air conditioners less and shy away from non-essential travel.
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