With worldwide carbon emissions increasing by 2.9 percent from 2006 to 2007, worst-case scenario predictions from climate change scientists are looking increasingly prescient. The Intergovernmental Panel on  Climate Change now predicts that global tempatures could rise more than 11 degrees by the end of the century.

California took a big step towards curbing sprawl and carbon emissions through the passage of a new smart growth bill, but the legislation’s impact will be limited unless the state ensures that public transportation is adequately funded. (Beyond Chron — Casey Mills)

Americans already know how finding alternatives to driving can save them money. In Wisconsin, they’re finding out it can also play a big role in cutting carbon emissions. (Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel — Lee Bergquist and Thomas Content)