2026-10-01 11:18 UTC
EU Weighs Delaying Methane Rules as Energy Prices Rise
Amid political pressure and rising energy prices, the European Commission is considering pausing a part of its landmark methane regulation, which is set to take effect in January.
The move comes after French President Emmanuel Macron urged the Commission in a September 18 letter to postpone new methane reporting requirements and ease other fuel-related rules in response to increasing costs exacerbated by the Iran war.
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@MrMakabar@slrpnk.net 2026-10-01 11:33
The best way to deal with high prices of fossil fuels is to transition away from them. For that having high prices is a good incentive.
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@yessikg@fedia.io 2026-10-07 19:36
Ridiculous that France is even contemplating it, they are in an excellent position to go full renewables/nuclear fast