Austria Eases AC Rules, Plans School Heat-Proofing Fixes

Austria Relaxes Air Conditioning Regulations and Announces Plans to Heat-Proof Schools

The Austrian government has introduced measures to ease the installation of air conditioning in homes and to retrofit older schools to protect against extreme heat. This decision comes as the country experiences its hottest stretch of weather on record.

The Council of Ministers recently adopted a joint proposal aimed at reducing the bureaucratic hurdles that have previously made it difficult to implement cooling measures. The move is intended to provide relief to residents and students as the country struggles with the ongoing heatwave.

According to the plan, older schools will be retrofitted with heat-proofing fixes to mitigate the effects of extreme temperatures. Additionally, the government has agreed to simplify the process of installing air conditioning in homes, making it easier for residents to stay cool during periods of intense heat.

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