Air conditioners

A heatwave in Europe led to surges in sales of Chinese-made air conditioners and fans, with Alibaba's retail platform reporting near-doubled fan sales in Spain and Midea Group's air-conditioner sales in western Europe rising over 70% year-to-date. The article questions the relevance of comparing US and Chinese AI models amidst these developments.

Thailand is leveraging Europe's heatwave to promote rainy-season holidays and boost air conditioner exports. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched a campaign targeting European travelers seeking relief from high temperatures, while increased AC shipments highlight the country's business opportunities.

Multiple people are in critical condition as cases of a deadly lung disease spread by water vapor and air conditioners continue to rise. The disease is linked to transmission through water vapor and air conditioning systems.

Zohran Mamdani advised New Yorkers to set air conditioners to 78 degrees during a heat wave, a practice previously used by mayors, but faced criticism. Hosts Katie Honan and Harry Siegel discussed the issue with Alex Brook Lynn, covering topics like heat waves and swimming in the Seine. The nonprofit newsroom THE CITY relies on reader donations for local reporting.

Thousands are being advised to monitor for symptoms of a deadly lung disease linked to air conditioners and water vapor after 18 confirmed cases were identified. Health authorities are warning about the disease's transmission through common household systems.

Europe is increasing its demand for Chinese air conditioners amid record heat waves, highlighting a broader issue where climate change disruptions outpace housing policy, public infrastructure, and industrial strategy adaptations. The article notes striking export numbers from China to Europe during this summer's extreme heat.

Thousands of Amana-brand air conditioners are being recalled due to fire and burn risks that could cause serious injury. The recall, initiated by Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, Inc. in Houston, Texas, involves approximately 13,500 units.

A heatwave in Europe has driven a surge in sales of Chinese home appliances, with Alibaba reporting triple-digit growth for air conditioners and fans on AliExpress. A 2.35-kilowatt Midea air conditioner model sold out in Germany within days of its June launch.

Heat pumps are on the verge of outselling conventional air conditioners in the US, reversing a decade-old trend where two AC units were sold for every heat pump. More Americans are now using heat pumps for home cooling.

The Madras High Court rejected ETA General’s request to dismiss a civil suit filed by Fujitsu General (Thailand) seeking recovery of $19 million from an air conditioner sale dispute. The court referred the case for arbitration instead.

The World Health Organization's Europe office reports over 200,000 heat-related deaths in Europe over four years, urging preventive measures as extreme heat becomes a recurring crisis. El Niño's formation in the Pacific is expected to intensify global warming, while the WHO provides guidelines like avoiding midday sun, cooling homes, and protecting vulnerable populations to mitigate heat-related risks.

Most PFAS emissions in Europe are attributed to air conditioners and heat pumps, despite these technologies being central to decarbonization efforts. The article references Feuquières-en-Vimeu in northern France and a date in 2026.

India’s HDFC Bank reported stronger-than-expected loan growth, driven by sustained demand for home loans. The bank aims to leverage home lending to expand into consumer finance, offering loans for products like air conditioners, cars, and TVs.