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The Future of Cooling in China
Abstract
Executive summary
Findings and recommendations
	Delivering on sustainable air conditioning in China
		Space cooling demand in China is rising rapidly
		The air conditioner market in China is evolving
		Cooling equipment efficiency is lower than its potential
		Cooling demand will continue to grow to 2030
		Efficiency can improve cooling comfort without increasing energy use
		Efficient cooling is possible with effective policy
Introduction
Energy and emissions from cooling are on the rise
	Cooling demand in urban residential buildings is rising quickly
	Cooling in non-residential buildings is intensifying
The cooling market in China is evolving
	Occupant behaviour has a big impact on cooling energy use
	Larger cooling units are increasingly popular
	Energy consumption differs across cooling equipment
	There is a gap between real and rated energy performance
	The market is not keeping up with energy efficiency potential
	Building size and cooling system design affect energy intensity
	Cooling demand is expanding to different building types
Demand for cooling will indubitably grow to 2030
	Greater affordability of cooling will propel continued growth
	Changing occupant behaviour will impact cooling demand
	Changing climate will increase overall need for cooling comfort
	Building design will affect the underlying need for cooling
Energy use for cooling could swell by 2030
	Changing behaviour could increase cooling demand further
	Efficiency can improve cooling services without growing energy
	Energy-efficient cooling can benefit health and save money
Recommendations to unlock energy-efficient cooling
	Encourage “part time” and “part space” cooling behaviour
	Raise energy performance standards
	Pay attention to real-time system operating efficiency
	Urge passive design and natural ventilation where possible
	Promote suitable indoor comfort levels
	Work with manufacturers to enable demand-side response
	Consider refrigerant choice when addressing energy efficiency
Conclusions
References
Acronyms and units of measure
Acknowledgements
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