1. POLITICS:
Will Waxman change the climate on House Energy?

California Democrat Henry Waxman wrested control of the powerful House Energy Committee yesterday, a move that puts him in charge of shepherding sweeping climate change legislation through the U.S. House of Representatives. But environmental leaders and industry representatives appear as far apart on the issue as ever, raising questions about the likelihood of quick action this year to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Go to story #1

2. TRANSPORTATION:
Sweden points the way toward cutting vehicle emissions -- and growing tax revenues

NEW YORK -- Some of the world's most innovative intelligent transportation systems (ITS) involve a web of new technologies that enables traffic managers to minimize vehicle congestion and reduce emissions that cause climate change. Some generate tax revenues that can be used to make roads safer and urban travel more efficient. This year's World Congress on ITS presented an array of ideas, some of which could soon be showing up on city roadways. Go to story #2