Europe Finally Embraces Air Conditioning as Heat Waves Hit Hard

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In the face of a new canicule episode that has dropped many heat records, sales of air conditioners are booming in France. The trend had already been observed in June after an early heat wave.

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During June 2025, Europe faced an intense heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F). This phenomenon, while not unknown, has become more frequent and severe in recent years. June was the hottest month on record in Western Europe, which faced severe heat stress. As a result, at least eight people have already died due to the extreme heat. Despite rising temperatures, air conditioning is not common in European homes. According to a CNN s…