HUD: "Sunlight on the exterior portion of your air conditioner will reduce its efficiency."
U.S. DOE: "Simply shading an air conditioner can increase its efficiency by as much as 10%."
Samsung: "Direct sunlight during peak summer can heat the outdoor unit, reducing efficiency."
LG: "If the place of the outdoor unit is largely exposed to sunlight, install a screen over the unit."
Consumer Reports: "Installing the unit where it will be out of the hot sun will help it run more efficiently."
USDA Forest Service: "Shade air conditioners, but don't obstruct airflow."
Home Depot: "Shading can also increase the unit's efficiency."
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