US unveils first federal methane regulations

US unveils first federal methane regulations Washington (AFP) May 12, 2016 - The United States on Thursday unveiled the first federal regulations on methane - a powerful greenhouse gas that accelerates global warming - aimed at reducing emissions from new oil and gas operations. The Environmental Protection Agency rules are part of President Barack Obama's plan to fight climate change, curb pollution and protect public health, the agency said. "Today, we are un ... more

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