The truth about electricity costs

Electricity bills are rising in the US — and politicians are mostly blaming either renewable energy or data centers and AI. But do either of those really explain the problem? And is there any way to fix it? Business Insider producer Elizabeth McCauley sifts through the noise and talks to experts to find out the truth. Here is a direct video link.

For decades, rising carbon emissions have accelerated climate change, but this year marked a critical turning point that could finally reverse that trend. Renewable energy has now graduated beyond the need for subsidies and incentives, emerging as a cheaper alternative to fossil fuels in many countries. News Editor Tim Appenzeller and policy expert Li Shuo describe the economic forces behind this shift, and the obstacles that remain to the continued rise of green energy. Here is a direct video link.