The United States and Qatar are urging the European Union to rewrite its planned methane emissions rules for oil and gas imports, warning that the policy could disrupt fuel supplies to Europe. The EU regulation, set to take effect next year, will require methane monitoring and verification for fuel deliveries to the bloc.
Concerns Over Supply Disruptions
The energy ministers of the US, Qatar, Nigeria, and Algeria, all major gas suppliers to Europe, have called on the EU to pause the law and introduce targeted amendments. They argue that importers have already begun purchasing oil and natural gas for delivery in 2027, and as of now, there is no viable path to compliance with the regulation.
A European Commission spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. However, EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen stated that he is open to discussions on easing implementation but will not dilute the policy’s ambition.
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