Sneha Sachar, who works with the Clean Cooling Collaborative, notes the rising temperatures in Delhi are making outdoor work increasingly difficult. With a significant impact on livelihoods, innovative cooling solutions are necessary, especially for outdoor workers. While the cooling market is expected to grow, current refrigerants used in air conditioning contribute to global warming. Alternative refrigerants can be dangerous or require specialized equipment, so a transition towards more eco-friendly options is crucial. Low-tech methods such as airflow design and cooling stations can provide immediate relief in the meantime.
Rising temperatures are impacting the ability of people to continue to earn their livelihoods, especially for outdoor workers facing escalating heat due to climate change.
The cooling market is projected to more than double by 2030, highlighting the urgent need for innovative approaches to adapt to rising global temperatures.
Current cooling devices often leak refrigerants, which harms efficiency and poses health risks, necessitating a shift to more climate-friendly alternatives for sustainable cooling.
Low-tech solutions like improving airflow design in buildings and implementing cooling stations can help mitigate heat effects, especially for outdoor workers.
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