Utility Talks On Emission Credits May Spell Fate Of Clear Skies Bill

Utility industry discussions on how to allocate emission credits under the Bush administration's Clear Skies proposal may ultimately prove crucial to the fate of the bill, and any resulting legislation could provide a framework for future efforts to control carbon dioxide emissions, according to industry sources. The discussions -- including a Feb. 25 conference call organized by the Edison Electric Institute -- are occurring in advance of a scheduled March 2 markup on Clear Skies legislation after the Senate environment...