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CommunicationPublished on 23 February 2021

Clean cooling systems to fight global warming

Rising temperatures and increasingly frequent extreme heat waves are driving up demand for cooling and air-conditioning systems, especially in urban areas in emerging countries. Air conditioning saves lives. But air conditioning is also one of the main causes of global warming. To break this vicious circle, tackle climate change and alleviate poverty, Switzerland promotes energy-efficient cooling solutions.

Old air conditioning units on the exterior of a building.

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Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
Eichenweg 5
3003 Bern