Climate-driven heat in India’s textile factories stifles workers but coolers and ventilation help

In Surat, India, workers in textile factories are struggling under extreme heat as temperatures soar to 45 degrees Celsius. This climate-driven heatwave highlights the urgent need for better cooling and ventilation systems to protect workers' health. While coolers and improved ventilation provide some relief, the broader issue underscores the increasing impacts of climate change on labor conditions and calls for more sustainable industrial practices to safeguard workers in high-risk environments.