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Lives, Livelihoods, and the High Cost of Heat

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Heat's Hidden Costs on Productivity

This chapter examines the surprising effects of climate change on worker productivity, particularly highlighting the struggles of indoor laborers in unairconditioned environments. It reveals that rising temperatures significantly impact economic output in the U.S., with billions lost annually due to heat-related productivity declines. The discussion includes personal accounts from workers and the difficult choices employers face in balancing worker safety and operational costs.

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