AC Across America Amid Heat Crisis | Minneapolis News

When the heat hits, most Americans turn to AC—88% of U.S. homes have it, including a whopping 94% in Minnesota, even more than in Nevada. Europe lags behind, with 80% of homes without AC, as extreme heat waves there have already claimed over 1,300 lives. While federal data says Minnesotans spend just $137 a year on cooling, local HVAC pros say summer bills can soar from $80 to $200 monthly. Energy grids are feeling the strain—Xcel Energy even urged residents to unplug devices during peak demand. It’s a balancing act: comfort vs. cost vs. climate impact. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ad8fe47e5acbbc2a