{"id":2113928,"date":"2023-12-02T03:13:01","date_gmt":"2023-12-02T08:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/epa-finalizes-methane-emissions-proposal-completing-biden-administrations-first-major-climate-rule\/"},"modified":"2023-12-02T03:20:18","modified_gmt":"2023-12-02T08:20:18","slug":"epa-finalizes-methane-emissions-proposal-completing-biden-administrations-first-major-climate-rule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/epa-finalizes-methane-emissions-proposal-completing-biden-administrations-first-major-climate-rule\/","title":{"rendered":"EPA finalizes methane emissions proposal, marking Biden administration&#8217;s key climate rule"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fepa-finalizes-methane-emissions-proposal-completing-biden-administrations-first-major-climate-rule%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2113928&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The Biden Administration Takes \u2064Action \u2062on Methane Pollution<\/h2>\n<p>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a significant move in the fight against climate change by finalizing a rule that \u2063sets \u200dlimits on methane pollution from the oil and gas industry. This marks the\u200b first \u200dmajor climate rule from\u2062 the Biden administration and comes as the United States\u200b aims to position itself as \u2062an environmental leader during the world&#8217;s largest climate conference.<\/p>\n<h3>A Historic Action to Reduce Climate Pollution<\/h3>\n<p>The new rule, which will be\u200b announced at COP28 \u200din\u2062 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is expected to prevent approximately \u200c58 million tons of methane emissions from entering \u200cthe atmosphere between 2024 and 2038. This is equivalent to 1.5 billion\u2064 metric tons of carbon dioxide.\u2063 Methane, a potent greenhouse\u2062 gas, has a much greater heat-trapping effect than carbon dioxide and is responsible for a significant portion of\u2062 global warming \u200csince the Industrial \u2062Revolution.<\/p>\n<p>EPA\u200c Administrator Michael Regan expressed the importance of this rule, stating, &#8220;We&#8217;ve crafted these technology standards to advance American innovation and acknowledge the industry&#8217;s leadership in accelerating methane technology. Thanks\u2063 to extensive public feedback and collaboration with states, tribes, companies, and \u2063organizations, we are finalizing this historic action to\u200d reduce climate pollution and protect people and the\u200b planet.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Going Beyond Previous Regulations<\/h3>\n<p>This finalized rule \u200dbuilds upon proposals introduced by \u200bthe \u200cBiden \u200dadministration in 2021 and 2022, going further than previous regulations implemented during the Obama era. It \u2063specifically addresses \u2062the seepage of methane from oil and gas infrastructure, aiming to eliminate routine flaring, a practice that disposes of large amounts of natural gas during crude oil extraction.<\/p>\n<p>The requirements to eliminate routine flaring\u2063 will be phased in over two years, allowing industry groups \u200ctime to plan and implement the rule. Existing wells that do\u2064 not emit\u200b significant amounts of emissions will have some flexibility in \u200bpermitting flaring, as the costs of regulating flaring from these wells outweigh the benefits of emission reductions.<\/p>\n<h3>Comprehensive Measures to Combat\u200d Methane Pollution<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to addressing routine \u200cflaring, the new rule includes provisions for routine monitoring of methane leaks, zero-emission standards for equipment, and\u2063 regulation of storage tanks. It also introduces a &#8220;Super-Emitter \u2064Program&#8221; that allows third-party organizations to identify and address large plumes of methane emissions caused by venting or equipment failures. These\u200d &#8220;super emitters&#8221; account for nearly half of methane emissions from the oil and gas sector.<\/p>\n<h3>Support and Opposition<\/h3>\n<p>Environmental groups have praised the new rule, emphasizing its positive impact\u2063 on climate and health protections for communities living near industrial zones. Fred Krupp, president of \u2062the Environmental Defense \u2062Fund, stated, &#8220;The\u2063 U.S. now has the most protective methane pollution limits on the\u200c books.\u200b With\u200d other countries also focusing on methane as a key climate risk, it&#8217;s a signal to operators worldwide that clean-up time is here.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Oil major BP has welcomed the rule, recognizing its potential to drive significant methane emission \u200creductions. \u2064However,\u2064 not all \u2063fossil fuel groups share the same \u200dattitude. Trade \u2064groups, including the American Petroleum Institute and the Independent\u2064 Petroleum Association of America, \u200dhave raised concerns about inconsistent methodologies and \u200breporting structures between different regulatory \u2062agencies.<\/p>\n<p>Despite some opposition, \u200bthe EPA remains committed \u200bto the rule and has clarified that third-party organizations involved in the Super-Emitter\u200b Program will be certified by\u2064 the agency.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How \u2063does the Ule rule promote innovation and the adoption of new technologies to reduce methane emissions?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ule requires oil and\u200b gas companies to detect and repair leaks,\u2063 reduce venting from pneumatic devices, and limit emission rates from certain equipment. It also establishes new \u2064standards\u2063 for storage \u2063tanks and compressors, which are major sources of\u200d methane emissions in the industry. These measures are expected \u200cto\u200d drive innovation and encourage the\u200c adoption of\u200c new technologies and practices \u2063that will reduce methane pollution.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the \u200crule includes provisions for improved monitoring and reporting of methane emissions, ensuring \u200dtransparency and accountability in the industry. It also provides flexibility for small businesses,\u200c allowing them more time to comply \u2062with the new \u2064requirements.<\/p>\n<h3>Support and Criticism<\/h3>\n<p>The EPA&#8217;s action to\u200c address methane pollution has received support from environmental organizations, scientists, and activists who recognize the urgent need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/buttigieg-becomes-the-first-millennial-confirmed-to-a-cabinet-position\/\" title=\"Buttigieg Becomes The First Millennial Confirmed To A Cabinet Position\">reduce greenhouse gas emissions<\/a>. Methane\u200c is a\u200d significant contributor to climate change, and controlling its release is crucial for mitigating its effects.<\/p>\n<p>However, \u200bthe rule has faced criticism from some industry groups who argue that the additional regulations will impose burdensome\u2064 costs on businesses. They claim that the measures may hinder economic growth and job creation in the oil and\u2063 gas sector. However, EPA Administrator Regan has \u200bemphasized that the rule takes into\u200d account the industry&#8217;s innovation and leadership in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/exxon-is-mining-bitcoin-in-north-dakota\/\" title=\"Exxon Is Mining Bitcoin in North Dakota\">reducing methane emissions<\/a> \u200band aims to strike a balance between environmental protection and\u2063 economic considerations.<\/p>\n<h3>International Impact and\u200c Leadership<\/h3>\n<p>The Biden administration&#8217;s focus on \u2063methane pollution \u200caligns with its commitment to addressing climate change on the global stage. The United States aims to regain its position as a leader in environmental initiatives and has\u2063 made <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/were-not-going-to-ban-fracking-biden-mumbles-through-climate-change-presser-signs-more-executive-orders-then-calls-a-lid-video\/\" title=\"\u201cWe\u2019re Not Going to Ban Fracking\u201d \u2013 Biden Mumbles Through Climate Change Presser, Signs More Executive Orders \u2013 Then Calls a Lid (VIDEO)\">tackling climate change<\/a> a \u200dtop priority. By finalizing this significant rule on methane pollution, \u2064the country demonstrates its commitment to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/landmark-climate-study-says-melting-arctic-wont-lead-to-more-severe-cold-weather\/\" title=\"Landmark Climate Study Says Melting Arctic Won\u2019t Lead to More Severe Cold Weather\">reducing greenhouse gas emissions<\/a> and taking concrete actions to combat climate change.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, this action comes in preparation for the upcoming COP28 conference,\u200d where world leaders\u2064 will gather to discuss strategies for tackling climate change. The\u200c United States seeks to position itself as an\u200b environmental \u200dleader \u200band advocate for ambitious emission reductions, setting an example for other nations to follow.<\/p>\n<h3>A Step Towards a Sustainable Future<\/h3>\n<p>The Biden administration&#8217;s action on methane pollution is a critical step towards achieving \u200da more sustainable future. By \u200dtargeting the oil\u2063 and gas industry, which is a major source of methane emissions, the rule addresses a significant contributor to climate change. It sets ambitious standards and encourages technological innovation and \u200badoption\u2063 of cleaner practices within the sector.<\/p>\n<p>As the \u2064United States seeks to regain its \u2062role as an environmental\u2064 leader, demonstrating its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions is crucial. This rule serves as a milestone in the country&#8217;s efforts to combat climate change and signals its determination\u2063 to play a leading role in global climate action.<\/p>\n<p>By taking this historic action on methane pollution, the\u2063 Biden administration sends a strong message that the fight against climate change is a top\u2062 priority, and that \u2062the United States \u200bis ready to take bold and \u2062decisive actions to protect the planet and create a more sustainable\u2062 future\u2063 for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The EPA&#8217;s new rule sets methane pollution limits for the oil and gas sector, marking the Biden administration&#8217;s initial significant climate regulation. This move aligns with the US&#8217;s aim to showcase its environmental leadership at the global climate conference. 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