Environmental Regulations Are Baking Europeans to Death
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- Europe's strict environmental regulations and high electricity prices limit air conditioning use, contributing to 175,000 annual heat-related deaths.
- The U.S. has far fewer heat-related deaths (1,300/year) compared to Europe, partly due to 90% of U.S. households having air conditioning versus less than 10% in Europe.
- Electricity in Europe is about three times more expensive than in the U.S., making air conditioning less affordable for Europeans.
- European environmental policies, like the Green Deal and Fit for 55, discourage air conditioning use to meet emission reduction targets.
- Cultural factors in Europe, such as concerns over energy costs and environmental impact, also contribute to lower air conditioning adoption.