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Energy & Environment

Energy & Environment

North Carolina prison officials plan to have beds in all 54 state prisons fully air conditioned by 2026. Work is needed at 22 prisons to achieve that goal.
Jennifer Fernandez
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NC Health News
Prison officials plan to install air conditioning for all prison beds by 2026 as rising temperatures pose growing health risks for incarcerated people.

Visit our Climate News section to read more articles about how the way we live influences climate change and its impact across the Carolinas. You also can help shape our climate coverage by submitting your feedback.


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