Girlawhirl had no idea just how hot an office could get without air conditioning, but now she knows. Gone from her eco-friendly head are thoughts that it isn't really necessary. When the mercury hits the triple digits—for multiple days no less—air conditioning is more than a necessity, it's a savior! And it's essential in a crowded office with tons of computers, fax and copy machines, and the like, running all day long. The solution from the big-guys upstairs to keep the staff and electronics functioning: Portable Air Coolers.

The Sunpentown® cooling units are about two feet high and completely mobile, successfully rolling into each and every over-heated cubical. But the best part… they run on ice and water instead of Freon and use less electricity than a conventional air conditioner. Girlawhirl just plugged it into her wall and she immediately felt the difference as it spewed forth crisp, cool air.

While the Portable Air Cooler's not a substitute for air conditioning, it certainly worked to cool down Girlawhirl's personal space, and it kept her computer cool too.

When the office A/C finally does get pumping again Girlawhirl's going to see if she can take hers home. It will be perfect for those in-between nights when it's cool enough out not to turn on the A/C but warm enough to warrant a little chilled air.

Girlawhirl found her Portable Air Cooler available from Get Organized in her online shopping mall on amazon.com.