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Around two billion air conditioners are currently in use across the globe and it's estimated they account for more than ten per cent of global electricity demand.
There’s also a problem with the coolants they use.
So, if finding better ways to cool our homes and offices is an imperative, what are the alternatives?.
Original broadcast on September 11, 2022.
Guests
Dr Aaswath Raman – Assistant professor of Engineering, UCLA
Kristen Taddonio – Senior Climate and Energy Advisor, Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development (US)
Brian Motherway – Head of the Energy Efficiency Division, International Energy Agency
Dr Sandra Piesik – Architect and author
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