The American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009

The American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 is now moving through the U.S. House of Representatives. According to the Sierra Club, this is the "Right Long Term Plan" that puts the U.S. on a path to cut carbon emissions by 80 percent by 2050. The plan also supports energy efficient building codes including appliance and lighting guidelines.

The bill would provides funds for the development of electric vehicles, as well as capping emissions.

To read the full text of the bill (available for download), visit: http://energycommerce.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1560

To learn more from the Sierra Club, visit: http://action.sierraclub.org/site/PageServer?pagename=adv_aces