China's Air Conditioning Use Poised to Skyrocket This Summer
A surge in electricity demand could require a lot more coal to be burnt, fueling the cycle for even hotter summers in the years ahead.
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Extreme heat baking parts of China has wilted crops and raised asphalt temperatures to 70C (158F), serving as a prelude to a summer that's set to place an unprecedented burden on the country's power network.
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