As Europe grapples with intensifying heatwaves, the conversation around how best to keep homes cool is heating up. Traditionally, air conditioning wasn’t a feature of most European homes. In fact, in countries like Germany, Austria, France, and Switzerland, it was rarely considered necessary—thick stone walls, well-planned ventilation, and centuries-old architectural techniques were thought sufficient. But with the impacts of climate change becoming more pronounced, the situation has shifted: periods of extreme heat are becoming more frequent...



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