Q&A: Climate, weather and energy in the 2024 presidential election 

The topics of climate, energy and severe weather have taken on an increasingly critical role in political campaigns over the past few election cycles. With the Atlantic hurricane season in full swing and fires raging across the West Coast, the issues at stake—such as resilient infrastructure, diversifying energy sources and the preparation and response to extreme weather—affect individuals and families in Pennsylvania and across the nation, making the subjects a high priority among voters.