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The Download: cutting AC emissions, and nature’s drug designer

Technology
United States
Iniciado June 16, 2026

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. These new solid-state ACs promise a cool future. Scientists aren’t so sure. After three years of record-­breaking heat and another scorcher underway, air-conditioning isn’t going anywhere. That’s good for our health,…

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The rising temperatures necessitate advancements in air conditioning, regardless of their carbon footprint, to protect public health.

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There is a risk that focusing on AC innovations could distract from broader energy efficiency measures needed to combat climate change.

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While new AC technologies are promising, we must consider their long-term environmental impact before widespread adoption.

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Investing in solid-state ACs is essential for sustainable urban development and can help mitigate the effects of extreme heat.

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Solid-state AC technology could significantly reduce carbon emissions, making it a vital solution in our fight against climate change.

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