Only 20% of European Households Have Air Conditioning, While Heat Deaths Are Four Times Higher Than in the U.S.
Due to aesthetic and environmental considerations, only 20% of households in Europe have air conditioning, starkly contrasting with the United States, where heat-related deaths are four times higher.
As extreme heat events become more frequent due to climate change, the lower reliance on air conditioning among European households significantly increases the physiological risks during hot weather. Moreover, the push for climate policies in many European countries promotes sustainability and energy efficiency, which also impacts the willingness of residents to install air conditioning units.
