Researchers say barocal could enable refrigeration without traditional greenhouse-harming refrigerants. By applying pressure to “plastic crystals,” the material shifts state and absorbs heat, potentially offering a cheaper and nonpolluting alternative to today’s cooling systems. If results scale, it could disrupt everything from home fridges to cold storage for food and drinks.
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