As U.S. climate policy was noisily dismantled in Washington over the spring and summer, another climate story unfolded—quieter, faster, and broadcast to millions. It unfolded in the streets of Monaco.

BERLIN, GERMANY - JULY 14: The 2025 rookies line up for a picture during the Formula E Berlin Rookie Test at Tempelhof Airport Circuit on July 14, 2025 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Joe Portlock/LAT ...