But even two space heaters cannot always combat the chill in winter or excessive air-conditioning in summer.
"Given the often excessive air-conditioning, I find it's often more a matter of bundling up than paring down," said Jon Romberg, an associate professor of law at Seton Hall University School of Law in Newark.
New York State's Energy and Research Development Authority, in part out of concern over the environmental effects of excessive air-conditioning, is planning to offer building owners financial incentives to install "submeters" that measure individual consumption, a major construction project that can require a significant upfront expense.
The project aimed to change monotonous appearance of the urban roofscape by replacing the flat roof with the slop roof, and to bring benefits of passive cooling through the slide roof to reduce energy demand caused by excessive air-conditioning.
These have recently changed to the use of concrete, glass and marble combined with the application of active air conditioning and excessive use of electricity.
In addition, the non-porous nature of the suits created intense heat inside, causing excessive perspiration despite the presence of special air conditioning ducts.
Air conditioning will generally correct excessive humidity: it chills the air and the condensate is drained away or evaporated outdoors.
Signs of bad air quality in your home include unusual odors, stale or stuffy air, faulty central heating or air conditioning equipment, damaged flue pipes or chimneys, excessive humidity, mold or mildew, and feeling significantly healthier when outside.
Excessive building glazing can lead to discomfort in summer heat and can drive up air conditioning costs.
A decrease in perceived risk of excessive heat amongst the total workforce may be due to the increased use of air conditioning in indoor workplaces.
