Air conditioning push favoured over emissions cuts in five European nations, survey finds
Summary
A survey in six European countries shows many people prefer installing air conditioning to keep cool during heatwaves rather than focusing on reducing carbon emissions. The survey found significant concern about health during extreme heat, support for easier air conditioning installation, and some prioritization of air conditioning over cutting emissions.Key Facts
- The survey was done in France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the UK.
- Between 30% and 52% of people feared for their health during very high temperatures (around 40°C or 104°F).
- Between 61% and 73% favor air conditioning in all new homes.
- 65% to 75% support easier installation of air conditioning without special permission.
- 52% to 66% would back government help to pay for air conditioning.
- More people in five of the countries prefer focusing on air conditioning over cutting carbon emissions (except Italy).
- Air conditioning is less common in Europe than in the US, with only 11% of people in the UK having it versus 93% in the US.
- Cost is the main reason people do not have air conditioning, rather than concerns about climate impact.
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