Climate Summary

Both Democrats and Republicans are seizing on energy prices as key election issues, with gasoline prices decreasing while electric and natural gas prices are rising, according to Energy and Environment news.

In California, the High-Speed Rail Authority has released its latest environmental report for a 30-mile segment connecting Los Angeles to Anaheim, marking a significant step in the state's ambitious rail project.

Meanwhile, in Portland, the Clean Energy Fund has awarded nearly $64 million in grants to 59 local nonprofits for climate projects, despite concerns that the program may be redirected for other city priorities, highlighting the ongoing challenges in national climate investments.