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Area of Science:

  • Climate Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Socio-economics

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  • Global warming and socio-economic development are increasing air-conditioning (AC) use.
  • AC technology, while providing thermal comfort, emits substantial greenhouse gases (GHG), contributing to climate change.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify global AC-related GHG emissions and their warming impact.
  • To differentiate the contributions of global warming and socio-economic development to AC emissions.
  • To analyze the role of income inequality in AC access and its impact on emissions.

Main Methods:

  • Modeling AC-related GHG emissions under five climate scenarios (SSPs).
  • Separating the influence of climate-driven cooling demand versus socio-economic factors.
  • Estimating the temperature increase attributable to AC emissions.

Main Results:

  • Under the SSP245 scenario, cumulative AC emissions (2010-2050) are projected at 113.3 GtCO2eq, potentially raising global mean temperature by 0.05°C.
  • Climate-driven cooling demand accounts for only ~8.3% of this increase.
  • Rising incomes, while reducing inequality, significantly increase emissions (14-146 GtCO2eq by 2050), adding 0.003-0.05°C warming.

Conclusions:

  • AC growth presents a substantial climate challenge, driven more by socio-economic development than climate change itself.
  • Addressing income inequality in cooling access is crucial but must be balanced with emission reduction strategies.
  • A rapid transition to low-carbon cooling technologies is essential to mitigate warming impacts and ensure equitable access.