[Opinion] Europeans Favor Air Conditioning Over Emissions Cuts as Heatwaves Intensify, Survey Finds
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(London=Yonhap News) Correspondent Kim Ji-yeon = Public opinion in major European countries that experienced extreme heatwaves this summer suggests that more people prioritize the introduction of air conditioners over responding to climate change...
A survey in six countries shows that the majority want to make installation easier, but also support alternatives
A survey carried out in six European countries shows that an important part of the population prefers the expansion of the use of air conditioners to cope with heat waves, even if the priority would thus be less oriented towards reducing CO2 emissions. Most respondents support and simplify the procedures for installing appliances in homes, according to The Guardian.
Europeans Favor Air Conditioning Over Emissions Cuts as Heatwaves Intensify, Survey Finds
As deadly heatwaves become a regular summer fixture across Europe, a new survey reveals that residents in six major European nations, including the UK, would rather see air conditioning become more widespread than prioritize cutting carbon emissions. The findings highlight a growing tension between immediate public health concerns and long-term climate goals. The survey comes on the heels of four extreme heatwaves that have swept the continent, …
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