Heat Waves Expose AC Access Gaps

New Census data reveals a shocking heat vulnerability gap: while 90% of U.S. homes have AC, Alaska, Hawaii, and parts of northern California lag far behind. This county-level breakdown helps local leaders target cooling aid during extreme heat events—especially as cooling costs are projected to soar to $784 per household in 2025, up 6% from last year. National averages mask a growing crisis where access to basic comfort is becoming increasingly unaffordable and unequal. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/7c3e53b1dd27a863