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Air Conditioning's Impact
- Air conditioning has drastically altered human life, impacting where we live and how we store medicine.
- Its widespread use in wealthier countries creates a disparity in adapting to rising global temperatures.
Accidental Invention
- In 1902, Willis Carrier accidentally invented air conditioning while trying to solve a humidity problem at a printing company.
- His invention revolutionized temperature control and led to the founding of the Carrier Corporation.
The Sexism of Air Conditioning
- Office buildings are often too cold due to "room temperature" being based on the preferences of men in suits.
- Studies show women and men without suits prefer warmer temperatures, impacting productivity and comfort.