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The future of cooling : opportunities for energy-efficient air conditioning

Author(s) : IEA

Type of monograph: Other

Summary

The world faces a looming “cold crunch.” Using air conditioners and electric fans to stay cool accounts for nearly 20% of the total electricity used in buildings around the world today. And this trend is set to grow as the world’s economic and demographic growth becomes more focused in hotter countries. As incomes and standards of living increase, more people will naturally want to buy and use air conditioners to keep cool. Wider access to cooling is necessary, bringing benefits to human development, health, well-being and economic productivity. But it will have a significant impact on countries’ overall energy demand, putting pressure on electricity grids and driving up local and global emissions.

Details

  • Original title: The future of cooling : opportunities for energy-efficient air conditioning
  • Record ID : 30023842
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: Figures, economy, Environment
  • Publication: IEA (International Energy Agency) - France/France
  • Publication date: 2018

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