2024 Olympics in Paris and the decision to forgo air conditioning in the Olympic Village
Paris officials plan to forgo air conditioning in the 2024 Olympic Village, opting for a 'green' cooling system with water pipes under the floorboards. Some athletes are concerned about comfort due to past heat-related deaths in France. Several countries, including the U.S. and Australia, are bringing their own AC units despite sustainability efforts. Mayor of Paris stresses the importance of trusting science and building structures without air conditioning.