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Tim Harford tells the surprising story of air conditioning which was invented in 1902 to counter the effects of humidity on the printing process. Over the following decades 鈥渁ircon鈥� found its way into our homes, cars and offices. But air conditioning is much more than a mere convenience. It is a transformative technology; one that has had a profound influence on where and how we live.

Producer: Ben Crighton
Editors: Richard Knight and Richard Vadon

(Image: Air conditioning vent, Credit: Dorason/Shutterstock)