National Rally Pushes Air Conditioning for Millions of Buildings as France Bakes in Record Heat

3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jul 1

Jean-Philippe Tanguy is set to unveil a plan Tuesday to install air conditioning in millions of public and private buildings across France.
The proposal aims to turn the heat wave into a political opening, offering immediate cooling measures instead of longer-term climate solutions.
National Rally is targeting voter anger over the government's preparation for recent extreme temperatures, seeking to broaden its appeal as Europe endures record heat.

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Could France’s power grid survive 40 million new air conditioners during the next heatwave?

Is air conditioning a life-saving necessity for a baking France or a climate-destroying trap?

Can the far-right's promise of a cool home win them the presidency, despite the environmental cost?