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‘Overusing ACs is Unsustainable’: Experts Suggest Rethinking Climate Policies

The Quint's article highlights the paradox of rising heat waves and increased air conditioner usage, which escalates energy consumption and exacerbates climate change. As temperatures soar, the demand for cooling intensifies, leading to higher greenhouse gas emissions. The article underscores the urgent need for sustainable cooling solutions and energy-efficient technologies. Implementing policies that promote renewable energy sources and innovative cooling methods is crucial. Balancing the necessity of air conditioning with environmental impact requires global cooperation, innovative thinking, and a commitment to sustainability to mitigate climate change's adverse effects while ensuring public health and comfort.

"This might mean that by the year 2100, more than 3/4th of the world’s population would be exposed to periods of life-threatening heat and humidity." Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report

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