The technologies of evaporative cooling and air conditioning have had all of the following consequences in Dubai except __________.

Air conditioning and evaporative cooling require energy to operate, so their widespread use in Dubai has increased—not reduced—energy demand. Cooling has also made the hot climate more comfortable for residents and businesses, contributing to population growth and supporting the movement and storage of goods. Therefore, “reduced energy demands” is the exception.

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