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    UAE: 7 tips to reduce your AC bill while working from home

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    UAE: 7 tips to reduce your AC bill while working from home

    Is working from home making your electricity bill soar? Here’s how you can cut costs


    Published:  April 13, 2021 18:26 Last updated:  May 26, 2021 14:48 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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