Legislative Update from Advantage IQ

November 18, 2009: Senate to Put Off Climate Bill Until Spring

"Senate Democratic leaders said Tuesday they would put off debate on a big climate-change bill until spring, in a sign of weakening political will to tackle a long-term environmental issue at a time of high unemployment and economic uncertainty..."
- Wall Street Journal

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June 26, 2009: The House Passes Climate Change Legislation

Overall, the legislation is designed to reduce the US carbon emissions by 17% (from 2005 levels) by 2020. Some critics say this is not enough of a reduction while others say it’s too much. In either case, the legislation creates winners and losers, increased costs and cost saving opportunities. There will be companies who will do nothing to impact their position. Many companies will seize this as an opportunity to reduce costs and create a competitive advantage for themselves. What will you do? Click here to read full article.

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