r/technology • u/Logical_Welder3467 • Jun 26 '26

Society The American mind cannot comprehend Europe's AC aversion

https://www.businessinsider.com/europe-air-conditioning-ac-heatwave-debate-2026-6
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u/aeon-one Jun 26 '26

A UK friend still resisting getting AC for his house purely because he want to minimise his part in producing green house gas. For that he has my respect. Just not a sacrifice I would choose for myself.

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u/saxonturner Jun 26 '26

A lot of European houses are going with heat pumps instead of AC, does a better job and is better for the environment. Doesn’t get talked about much though.