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How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences, and how much should we spend on adapting homes versus cutting carbon?
July 29, 2026As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
Previously little-known in Europe, the Midea PortaSplit has become a household name this summer.
July 16, 2026How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
As summers in the UK get hotter, is it time for air conditioning to become a permanent feature in most homes?
July 9, 2026Cruise passengers 'stranded' after air con failure to be flown home
Tui has apologised and told passengers it has arranged flights home for tomorrow and a full refund.
June 30, 2026Record temperatures drives up home air conditioning sales
Companies see inquiries surge during heatwaves as UK households look to cool down their homes.
June 26, 2026Air conditioning creates political divide after France records hottest day
France is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about air-conditioning as temperatures soar.
June 24, 2026Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction
The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil.
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How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con Mandy Bourne lives with her 80‑year‑old mum in a top‑floor social housing flat in the West Midlands. Both struggle with health con
As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
Recent heatwaves have brought Europe to a turning point with air-conditioners Steven Scholtysek, 36, is no stranger to Europe's heatwaves. The German engineer has lived through sweltering summers sin
How can I get air conditioning in my home and how much does it cost?
As the UK experiences hotter summers and more regular heatwaves, households have been grappling with how to keep sweltering homes as cool as possible. Air conditioning has been in hot demand, with re
Cruise passengers 'stranded' after air con failure to be flown home
Judith Dunn had booked onto the river cruise as a special treat. Cruise passengers left stranded in Budapest for two days during a heatwave after the ship's air conditioning failed will now be flown
Record temperatures drives up home air conditioning sales
A fifth of homes in the UK currently have air conditioning installed Air conditioning companies have reported business is booming, with one saying inquiries for its home units is up by 300%. Shopper
Air conditioning creates political divide after France records hottest day
Only about 25% of homes in France have an air-con unit With temperatures soaring, France is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about one possible answer to climate change: air-con
Government facilities told to adopt measures to save energy amid Middle East conflict
These include setting the air-conditioner at 25 deg C or higher, and turning off non-essential equipment Share DeeperDive is a beta AI feature. Refer to full articles for the facts. Learn more [SIN
Heat is on: Singapore turns up air-con thermostat in public spaces to save power
Immediate measures include setting the air-conditioner at 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) or higher, managing operating times for air-conditioning, lighting and lifts and unplugging or turn
MACC remands former CEO, chairman over RM300m share deal scandal
SINGAPORE, April 8 — Singapore has directed its public services to reduce electricity consumption across government facilities, as it leads a national energy-saving effort amid ongoing tensions in Wes
Singapore's public sector to reduce electricity consumption at government facilities amid Middle East crisis
Singapore Energy-saving measures include setting air-conditioning temperatures to 25°C or higher and turning off non-essential equipment and appliances when not in use. This audio is generated by an
Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction
Singapore - known for its widespread use of air-conditioning - has told government employees to bring up the temperature in offices to at least 25C (77F) as it grapples with rising energy prices cause
Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction
Singapore - infamous for its widespread use of air-conditioning - has told government employees to bring up the temperature in offices to at least 25C (77F) as it grapples with rising energy prices ca