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UK needs national cooling plan to avoid carbon lock-in, report says

Published 15:35 on July 6, 2026 / Last updated at 15:40 on July 6, 2026 / / EMEA (Europe), Net Zero Transition (Transport & Heating Fuels)

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The UK risks locking in higher emissions unless it develops a national cooling strategy that limits demand for air conditioning, a London-based non-profit warned on Monday.
The UK risks locking in higher emissions unless it develops a national cooling strategy that limits demand for air conditioning, a London-based non-profit warned on Monday.


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