Why doesn't London have AC?
Why doesn't London have AC? It's usually not hot enough to need it, and homes were built to retain heat, not stay cool. LONDON — Temperatures topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit (or about 37.7 Celsius) are difficult to endure anywhere, but it's particularly dangerous in Britain, where few homes are equipped with air-conditioning.
Why is there no AC in Germany?
Most German homes do not have air conditioning and while there are many factors to consider, primarily: air conditioning is highly inefficient; it's expensive to install and operate; it's not cost effective, and it's only really beneficial for a few weeks out of each summer.
How do Europeans survive without AC?
– Europe's climate is less humid. Greece, Italy and Spain have a more bearable dry heat, especially for those people who grew up without A/C. – Stone or brick buildings provide better insulation than American houses. The heat penetrates more slowly, and the stone retains the coolness of the evening.
Does Buckingham Palace have air conditioning?
It might be shocking for you to hear that Buckingham Palace doesn't have an air conditioning system like the one in your home. The 300+ years-old palace underwent renovations in 2019- the first to happen to many of the palace's systems since the 1950s- but still, it remains completely void of air conditioning.