Unseasonably Warm Spring Could Cut Heating Costs and Pollution

By Douglas McIntyre  •  February 6, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, discusses AccuWeather’s forecast of an unseasonably warm spring, particularly in the southern and western U.S. While this could reduce heating oil use and energy costs, prolonged warmth into summer may lead to higher electricity consumption due to air conditioning demand.

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