Global Warming - It's Happening!

By Higienis Indonesia
Jul 16, 2024

The heat wave phenomenon: Becoming more and more frequent with devastating effects to health and society

Limitations of modern air conditioning units: Creates a paradox where increased usage results in more global warming

The fan as a hero: Remains relevant in the face of global warming with the Boneco Cool and Clean being a class-leader

Introduction

Do you feel that the air is getting hotter every year? You are certainly not alone. The Copernicus Climate Change Service, or C3S, reported that over the past 12 months, the average global temperature rose to 1.63 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial average. This temperature rise can be classified as being in the “danger zone,” giving way to devastating climate phenomena like heat waves.

Heat waves can threaten human health and society by increasing the risk of contracting new illnesses and exacerbating existing chronic conditions such as asthma. In more serious cases, they could even lead to fatalities and public health emergencies like school closures and other related actions. In this article, we will discuss the climate problems associated with modern air conditioners and how the Boneco Cool and Clean can not only help cool our homes more efficiently in the face of heat waves but also purify the air.

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The Problems with AC

While modern AC units use a vapor-compression refrigeration system to provide immensely comfortable cooling levels to us, the way they operate also poses climate problems. First, as an AC is turned on and provides cool air to the nearby space, it simultaneously dissipates hot air into the environment from the condenser units, creating a vicious cycle of increased global warming and reliance on AC.

Secondly, the vast majority of refrigerants found in AC units are greenhouse gases (GHG) in the form of hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC). Over time, as AC units face wear and tear from usage, these refrigerants are prone to leaking into the environment. According to the global warming potential (GWP) metric, HFC and HCFC gases can heat the Earth 1000-4000 times more than an equivalent unit of carbon dioxide (CO2), further contributing to existing trend of global warming.

The Solution

With the rising ubiquity of ACs in many buildings, from households to factories, one might consider fans to be an obsolete cooling technology. However, fans retain several advantages over modern ACs.

When considering lifetime costs, including buying, installation, maintenance, and usage costs, fans are significantly cheaper to own than ACs. Furthermore, their portability allows them to be quickly moved from one place to another where cooling is needed. This contrasts with the need to have a dedicated AC unit for each location, which only increases expenses.

Fans offer many cooling effects that help them maintain their place in a cooling arsenal. On its own, a fan provides a cooling sensation known as the “wind-chill” effect, enabling sweat to evaporate more quickly from the skin. While fans cannot serve as a complete replacement for ACs, there are numerous benefits when both are used simultaneously. For instance, fans help circulate air around the room, creating a more uniform and comfortable temperature. They also contribute to energy savings, as the AC does not have to work as hard to maintain a consistently cool temperature.

Lastly, fans leave a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to ACs. The lower energy consumption of fans reduces the strain on power plants, which often rely on non-renewable fossil fuels. Moreover, fans do not rely on refrigerants to operate, further contributing to their position as environmentally friendly and sustainable cooling tools.

Overall, the cost-effectiveness, cooling power, and environmental friendliness of fans mean that they remain an indispensable asset in the face of heat waves and global warming. The Boneco Cool and Clean takes a step further by not only having a stylish design that complements any decor but also by doubling as an air purifier with cutting-edge HEPA-ESP filtration and UV-C light technology.

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