Crédit Agricole Sofinco survey shows 91% of French call for heat-resilient home design, renovation

By Public Technologies
  • Crédit Agricole published a Sofinscope survey flagging rising demand for “summer comfort” features in French housing amid recurring heatwaves.
  • Survey found 69% suffered heat at home this summer; 54% said their homes did not adequately protect them from outdoor temperatures.
  • Heat resilience is now important for 92% when choosing housing, matching winter comfort; 91% expect heatwaves to reshape design and renovation.
  • Cost remains the key constraint: 82% of homeowners cited at least one barrier to upgrades; 53% pointed to equipment or renovation costs.
  • Fieldwork ran Sept. 16-17, 2026, based on an OpinionWay online poll of 1,023 French adults.


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