Why is France opposed to air conditioning?

Europe is reeling from record-breaking heatwaves, prompting many to turn to air conditioning. But France is taking a different stance. According to France 24, the country has debated for decades whether air conditioning should be used at all. It's a debate that continues today, even as the continent faces its hottest temperatures on record.

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