Loohauis, Jackie.

Life Hasn't Been the Same in the 100 Years Since Willis Carrier.... / Jackie Loohauis. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 2002. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Article 75. Science, 1522-3264; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2003. Originally Published: Life Hasn't Been the Same in the 100 Years Since Willis Carrier..., June 30, 2002; pp. pp. 1L+.

"Today, air conditioning comes under the category of 'indispensable' for most Americans. In 1965, only 10% of American homes were air-conditioned, but the U.S. Census Department recently reported that more than 75% of all American homes are now air-conditioned, with the figure jumping to 90% in the South." (MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL) This article discusses the invention of air conditioning by Willis Carrier and explains how it has transformed life in America.

1522-3264;


Carrier, Willis H., 1876-1950.


Air conditioning.
Inventions.
Lifestyles.

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