The History of the Air Conditioner
Air conditioning is an invention many people take for granted, but one that is very important in both homes and businesses. A product that began as a luxury has become commonplace around the world. Does this Spark an idea?
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Ancient Uses
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Keeping buildings cool is not a new idea. Several Roman houses used aquaduct systems in the walls to circulate cold water. The Chinese used water sprays and fans as early cooling systems.
Air Conditioning Begins
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True air conditioning got a jumpstart in 1902, when Willis Haviland Carrier invented the first AC unit to cool a printing company.
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The Invention Spreads
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Air conditioning spread fast and was installed at the White House in 1930. Packard Car Company offered air conditioning in one of their models in 1939.
Major Milestone
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In 1953, the technology hit a major milestone--the sale of the millionth AC unit.
Going Green
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Air conditioning began going green in 1987 when the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act passed. This set energy efficiency standards for AC units to save power resources.
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