Recent data reveals that Italy is the largest consumer of energy for air conditioning systems within the European Union, followed by Greece, France, and Spain. This trend reflects the increasing reliance on air conditioning as a necessity rather than a luxury in the hottest European countries amid ongoing heatwaves. The continent is experiencing a new summer normal marked by droughts, storms, and wildfires, phenomena linked to climate change. These extreme weather conditions are also impacting European economies, with some countries facing notable losses in GDP due to the heat.