Air conditioning creates political divide as France records hottest day
France recorded its hottest day on Tuesday as temperatures approached 40C, sparking a renewed debate on air conditioning. Only 25% of households are equipped with air-con units, compared to 50% in Spain and Italy. Some environmentalists now advocate for air conditioning in schools and hospitals, citing intolerable conditions amid the heatwave.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 13:51 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 14:00 UTC
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