The popular narrative suggests that tackling methane emissions is the “low-hanging fruit” in the climate-solutions toolbox. The belief that turning off the taps on this “super-pollutant” could “buy us time” to address the climate crisis is widespread, shared by politicians, journalists, and even some scientists.
Final rule will prevent an estimated 58 million tons of methane emissions between 2024 and 2038, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says at COP28 event.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says rule will prevent an estimated 58 million tons of methane emissions between 2024 and 2038 and result in more than $7 billion annually in climate and public health benefits.