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grist.org
2 months ago
Science

Landfills Leak More Planet-Baking Methane Than We Thought

Landfills emit methane at levels 40% higher than reported, with most pollution from leaks.
Super-emitting points contribute to 90% of measured methane, persisting for months or years. [ more ]
The Verge
2 months ago
Environment

A tech-backed mission to monitor methane pollution launches today

MethaneSAT satellite will launch today with support from tech giants like Jeff Bezos, Google, and SpaceX.
Methane pollution contributes significantly to global warming, and MethaneSAT aims to track and reduce methane emissions more efficiently. [ more ]
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WSJ
6 months ago
Environment

Opinion | To Slow Climate Change, Curb Methane First

Reducing methane pollution is the most effective way to slow the rate of global warming in the short term.
The meeting in Dubai could have a positive outcome if the oil and gas industry commits to cutting methane pollution. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

EU agrees law to curb methane emissions from fossil fuel industry

The EU has struck a deal to address methane pollution in the fossil fuel industry, making it the first of its kind.
The proposed law will require coal, oil, and gas companies to report their methane emissions and take steps to reduce them.
Cutting methane emissions is seen as an effective way to mitigate climate change and extreme weather events. [ more ]
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