Air conditioning saves thousands of lives but worsens global warming, scientists say
Cooling systems prevent more than 5,000 deaths annually in the United States, but scientists say the technology also heats the planet and strains electrical grids. The tradeoff between protecting human life and limiting climate damage poses a growing challenge as temperatures rise.
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