The discovery of the riskiest cycle was made through a recently released worldwide study by the International Energy Agency. The cycle is fueled by the record-breaking heat of the previous year, leading to an increased demand for air conditioning. This surge in air conditioning demand stimulated the expansion of polluting power generation from coal, creating a hazardous feedback loop.

Source: https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2025/03/24/air-conditioner-use-driving-up-emissions-as-global-heating-bites