{"id":23666,"date":"2025-02-13T08:56:16","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T13:56:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/?p=23666"},"modified":"2026-03-25T10:36:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T14:36:16","slug":"strong-oil-gas-methane-rules-are-essential-and-achievable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/2025\/02\/13\/strong-oil-gas-methane-rules-are-essential-and-achievable\/","title":{"rendered":"Strong oil &#038; gas methane rules are essential \u2014 and achievable"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edfeurope.org\/team\/flavia-sollazzo\">Flavia Sollazzo<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The European Union\u2019s methane regulation, set to begin reporting requirements this May, is a landmark step in climate policy. By targeting methane \u2014 a potent greenhouse gas responsible for a third of global warming &#8211; these rules reinforce Europe\u2019s climate commitments and set a global standard\u00a0 for methane emissions reductions.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overcoming Industry Concerns<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A key concern from the energy sector is whether compliance, particularly for liquefied natural gas imports, is feasible. Some industry groups argue that tracking methane emissions across global supply chains is too complex \u2014 an argument often used to resist climate policies, from flaring restrictions to air pollution limits.<\/p>\n<span class='bctt-click-to-tweet'><span class='bctt-ctt-text'><a href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fblogs.edf.org%2Fenergyexchange%2F2025%2F02%2F13%2Fstrong-oil-gas-methane-rules-are-essential-and-achievable%2F&#038;text=Strong%20oil%20%26%20gas%20methane%20rules%20Are%20essential%20%E2%80%94%20and%20achievable%20&#038;via=EDFEnergyEx&#038;related=EDFEnergyEx' target='_blank'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Strong oil &amp; gas methane rules Are essential \u2014 and achievable  <\/a><\/span><a href='https:\/\/x.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fblogs.edf.org%2Fenergyexchange%2F2025%2F02%2F13%2Fstrong-oil-gas-methane-rules-are-essential-and-achievable%2F&#038;text=Strong%20oil%20%26%20gas%20methane%20rules%20Are%20essential%20%E2%80%94%20and%20achievable%20&#038;via=EDFEnergyEx&#038;related=EDFEnergyEx' target='_blank' class='bctt-ctt-btn'rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Share on X<\/a><\/span>\n<p><strong>Cutting Methane is Achievable<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The EU\u2019s phased approach ensures industry preparedness, and many leading firms are already on track. The real choice isn\u2019t between regulation and feasibility; it\u2019s between modernizing to cut waste and inefficiency or allowing outdated practices to persist at the expense of consumers and the climate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nord Stream Leak: A Stark Reminder<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Consider the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage in the Baltic Sea, which released 465,000 metric tons of methane in just a few days \u2014 equivalent to the annual greenhouse gas emissions of <strong>eight million cars<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>And yet, this dramatic event is overshadowed by continuous emissions from oil and gas operations worldwide, \u00a0which release the <a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/news-and-stories\/story\/pipeline-blasts-released-record-shattering-amount-methane-unep-study\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/news-and-stories\/story\/pipeline-blasts-released-record-shattering-amount-methane-unep-study\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">same amount\u00a0<b data-stringify-type=\"bold\">every two days<\/b><\/a>. The biggest challenge isn\u2019t just these high-profile disasters \u2014 it&#8217;s the ongoing, preventable emissions that happen daily.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/Fmethaneblogic.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23667\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/Fmethaneblogic.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Fmethaneblogic.png 978w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Fmethaneblogic-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Fmethaneblogic-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Phased Path to Implementation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The EU methane regulation provides a phased approach to give companies time to adapt \u2013 without unnecessary delays. Initially, companies will focus on capacity-building and reporting reliable data.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many firms, particularly those in the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ogmpartnership.com\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, are already committed to this process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting in May, importers begin reporting on whether producers monitor and manage methane emissions. If data is unavailable, they can justify the gap.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Methane Data Revolution<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stronger requirements will come into effect in 2027, including demonstrating compliance with EU-equivalent monitoring and reporting standards. In addition, independent data sources such as<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.methanesat.org\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MethaneSAT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unep.org\/topics\/energy\/methane\/international-methane-emissions-observatory\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UNEP\u2019s International Methane Emissions Observatory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will provide rapid, robust and reliable scientific verification of emissions estimates<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23668\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23668\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/methane-sat-pic.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-23668\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/methane-sat-pic.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/methane-sat-pic.png 790w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/methane-sat-pic-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/methane-sat-pic-768x433.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23668\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A growing ecosystem of greenhouse gas-tracking satellites is collecting actionable emissions data, including EDF\u2019s MethaneSAT.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>A Competitive Advantage<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emissions regulation is not just an environmental obligation\u2014 it is a strategic pillar for a clean economy that will strengthen Europe\u2019s economic position. As the world shifts toward decarbonization, backtracking on methane rules would undermine Europe\u2019s climate leadership and competitiveness in the global race to the top for clean energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transparency in methane emissions is a critical tool for maintaining this competitive edge, as Europe continues on its transition away from unabated fossil fuels.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent satellite data and advanced monitoring technologies allow for verifiable emissions tracking, reinforcing accountability and progress in the energy sector.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;ve seen this work before. Europe has successfully leveraged satellite technology and transparency to tackle environmental challenges, such as detecting plastic pollution in oceans<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ESA Sentinel<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), improving urban air quality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/projects.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/en\/horizon-magazine\/fighting-deadly-air-pollution-cities-sensors-and-satellites\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EU Horizon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and tracking oil spills for better emergency response (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.copernicus.eu\/en\/news\/news\/observer-tracking-oil-spills-copernicus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copernicus<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In each case, transparency didn\u2019t just improve compliance \u2014 it fueled innovation. The EU\u2019s methane regulation can achieve the same transformative results in energy markets.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23669\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23669\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/EUflags.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-23669\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/EUflags-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/EUflags-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/EUflags-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/EUflags.png 992w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23669\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Strong emissions rules are a strategic pillar for the European Energy Transition.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Global ripple effects<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/energy.ec.europa.eu\/topics\/carbon-management-and-fossil-fuels\/methane-emissions_en\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EU methane regulation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> extends beyond Europe and has the potential to shape global markets. Exporting countries that align their methane monitoring and reporting standards with EU standards can demonstrate equivalence, simplifying compliance and improving energy efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Momentum is growing worldwide, with major importers also strengthening methane policies. This creates an opportunity for harmonized global standards,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reducing uncertainty for businesses while accelerating climate action. Aligning standards across markets benefits everyone, fostering international collaboration, strengthening accountability and reinforcing Europe\u2019s leadership on climate action \u2014 all while accelerating the transition to clean energy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Solutions are already here.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common concern is that tracking the exact origin of natural gas imports is too complex. While tracking every molecule is impractical, practical alternatives exist. Certification systems and basin-level tracking, supported by satellite data, offer scalable solutions that meet the EU\u2019s requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology to monitor and reduce methane emissions is already available. The real challenge is ensuring widespread adoption. The EU\u2019s methane regulation provides the necessary push to modernize practices and embrace these solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong policies, paired with independent monitoring, will drive accountability and efficiency in the energy sector, benefiting businesses and consumers alike.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Path forward<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The EU methane regulation is about more than compliance. It\u2019s about pulling the emergency brakes on today\u2019s emissions while accelerating the transition to clean energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23670\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23670\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/Lake-planinsko.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-23670\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/\/Lake-planinsko-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Lake-planinsko-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Lake-planinsko-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Lake-planinsko-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.edf.org\/energyexchange\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/38\/files\/Lake-planinsko.png 1116w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23670\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lake Planinsko Polje in Slovenia has flooded after long periods of rain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Europe is the fastest warming continent. Every year, we break new temperature records and extreme weather is becoming the norm. Europe\u2019s bold action sends a clear message: climate leadership and economic strength go hand in hand. Now is not the time to crack under pressure, but to step up for future generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Flavia Sollazzo The European Union\u2019s methane regulation, set to begin reporting requirements this May, is a landmark step in climate policy. 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