Lawmakers in Washington are finally taking a serious look at climate change. Look for more hybrids, solar power, pollution restrictions and clean up initiatives. It’s about time!

House Passes Bill to Address Threat of Climate Change
By JOHN M. BRODER
June 27, 2009

WASHINGTON — The House passed legislation on Friday intended to address global warming and transform the way the nation produces and uses energy.

The vote was the first time either house of Congress had approved a bill meant to curb the heat-trapping gases scientists have linked to climate change. The legislation, which passed despite deep divisions among Democrats, could lead to profound changes in many sectors of the economy, including electric power generation, agriculture, manufacturing and construction.

Read more at the New York Times website.