Press release from the UK Methane Campaign
The UK Methane Campaign welcomes the release of the UK’s Methane Action Plan as a long-awaited and important step toward tackling a major driver of global warming. We are pleased to see the government reaffirming its commitment to reduce methane emissions and continue to play a stronger international role in encouraging other countries to follow suit.
While this marks progress, the Methane Action Plan does not go far enough. Efforts have been focused on offshore production, but it’s crucial that the onshore oil and gas sector is not left behind. Methane emissions from onshore remain a significant source of climate pollution, and ensuring that forthcoming regulations apply equally across both onshore and offshore activities will be essential if the UK is to truly lead on methane action.
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