Axios

China is challenging the European Union's plan to impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.

Why it matters: The move further escalates global tension over protectionist policies related to EVs.

Intra-left climate tensions get lots of attention, but don't sleep on fissures among Republicans and allied industries if Donald Trump wins.

The big picture: Trump is vowing a 180 on President Biden's energy and climate policies, and he also wants sweeping, across-the-board tariffs.

Federal hurricane experts unfortunately see no reason to soften their outlook for a highly active Atlantic hurricane season — one that has already featured multiple damaging, fatal storms.

Why it matters: Climate change can make tropical storms and hurricanes more dangerous, and hurricane season is nearing its traditional peak stretch.