Climate-driven heat in India’s textile factories stifles workers but coolers and ventilation help (opens original article in a new tab)

Textile workers in India's Surat face extreme heat from machinery and climate change, with limited relief from coolers and fans, while factory owners struggle with financial constraints and geopolitical issues.

• Textile workers in Surat, India face extreme heat and humidity from machinery and climate change
• Coolers and fans provide limited relief but are overwhelmed on hot days
• Factory owners face financial challenges limiting investment in cooling systems
• India's textile industry is affected by geopolitical tensions and tariffs