Energy consumption dataset of air conditioners in Mexico

Adequate heating and cooling of residential spaces are essential components of sustainable development. In the Global North, several ongoing discussions focus on transitions toward more efficient household climatization through technologically advanced equipment. In contrast, analyses in regions of the Global South reveal a different reality, starting with challenges related to the basic classification and estimation of the energy consumed for climatization. This dataset presents energy estimations that consider the type of equipment, climatic zone, locality size, socioeconomic stratum, and household size for heating and cooling of Mexican households. With these data, it is possible to conduct more precise studies on the economic, social, and environmental impacts of air conditioner use in Mexico, thereby filling an important information gap. The dataset also enables the development of prospective analyses, such as baselines and future scenarios, of these impacts.