There appears to be a prevailing thought that nothing important will get done until the pandemic and its deadly effects have passed. There have been several comparisons between the pandemic and the other looming planetary emergency — the ever-warming climate. Make no mistake: There are two global crises, but given the outcome if nothing happens, the coronavirus pandemic pales in comparison to the effects of climate change. But consider the relationship — the possibility of lessening unemployment and arresting climate change at the same time. It’s HR 763, formally known as the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 27, 2020 22:07 UTC