When temperatures rise outside, it’s hard to imagine what life would be like without air conditioning.
The ability to mechanically cool indoor spaces certainly makes our homes more comfortable in hot weather, but the invention of air conditioning in the early 20th century was a driving factor for modern commerce, medicine, technology, and other industries that are part of our daily lives. Once considered a luxury, air conditioning has become essential for our social and economic well-being.
Let’s dive into a brief history of modern air conditioning and how it changed our lives for the better.