Americans share struggles to stay cool as energy costs rise

Breakdown

• Electricity costs rose over 5 percent compared to the previous year. 5s
• Low-income Americans struggle to pay for air conditioning and rely on assistance programs. 32s
• The federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program may be eliminated under proposed budget changes. 1m 15s
• Climate change has significantly increased wholesale electricity costs in multiple regions. 1m 47s
• Policy shifts away from renewable energy could further raise consumer costs. 2m 27s