In France, resistance to air conditioning persists despite recent heatwaves, with only 25 percent of households owning AC compared to 90 percent in the US. Cultural views associate AC with urban elitism and excess, alongside health and environmental concerns. Many French cities, notably Paris, are ill-suited for rising temperatures, and some locations that once needed no cooling now face the challenge of adapting to heat. Political debates around air conditioning highlight a wider reluctance to embrace it, even in the face of increasing temperatures and heat risks.
Despite the stifling temperatures in France, many people resist air conditioning due to health concerns, environmental issues, and perceptions of excessive consumerism.
Only around 25 percent of French households have air conditioning, a significantly lower rate compared to the United States where approximately 90 percent of homes are equipped.
Cultural beliefs in France associate AC with urban elitism and excess, contributing to a resistance against adopting it in private homes.
Northern cities in France, including Paris, are particularly ill-equipped for heat, facing increased risks as global temperatures continue to rise.
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